Si-nangsong
style of poetry recitation in Korea
Si-nangsong (Korean: 시낭송; Hanja: 詩朗誦) refers to the Korean poetry recitation style, which conveys emotions by memorizing poems.
History
In South Korea, it began to be known to the public through a festival called 'Hurrah for the Poets' in 1967. At that time, many poets participated in the festival, and the poetry recitation contest for the general public was held for the first time. Since then, there have been many poetry recitation contest and groups in South Korea. Even now, there are many contest participating in the competition.
Si-nangsong-ga
Si-nangsong-ga refers to a Korean poetry recitation expert. Usually, it is awarded to the winner of the contest. Currently, the title Si-nangsong-ga, which is certified by the Society of Korean Poets, is awarded only to the winner of the JEI poetry recitation contest.
In South Korea, groups of organizations centering around these Si-nangsong-ga are conducting poetry recitation activities. Currently, the largest group of Si-nangsong-ga in South Korea is the Jaeneung Poetry Recitation Association.
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