The Best of Korean Gayageum Music

The album is a well-chosen anthology of Hwang’s many Korean recordings. If the listener is unaccustomed to such music, it will take a few moments to appreciate the varied melodies and driving rhythms and then to follow the meditative flow. The mood is quiet, atmospheric, sometimes serious, but at times jaunty. If you are looking for a recording to learn about the heart of Korean music through modern interpretations, rather than the variety of traditional sounds, this collection is a gentle yet sophisticated introduction. (Amazon.com)