This 50-minute experience in Itaewon, Seoul, teaches you the basics of the gayageum, a traditional Korean 12-string instrument. The class is led by a gayageum player and instructor who has performed at many concerts and has years of experience teaching children, adults and international students. After learning about the history of the gayageum and its role in traditional Korean music, you learn how to pluck the strings and create expressive sounds, then play a short melody. Classes are limited to 4 people in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere, and beginners with no musical background are welcome. At the end, you can take souvenir photos with the instrument.

Learn a traditional Korean instrument
with a gayageum musician

This 50-minute gayageum experience takes place in Itaewon, Seoul. Learn the basics of playing the gayageum in a relaxed, comfortable atmosphere with a player and instructor who has performed at many concerts and has taught children, adults and international students.

Discover the history and role of the gayageum

First, hear a short introduction to the history of the gayageum, a traditional Korean 12-string instrument, and its role in traditional Korean music.

Sit at your own gayageum and play a short melody

Sit in front of your own gayageum and learn simple techniques such as how to pluck the strings and create expressive sounds. Follow your instructor's step-by-step guidance to play a short, easy melody and experience playing Korean music yourself. The class is designed for beginners, so no musical experience is needed.

Take souvenir photos with the instrument

At the end of the experience, take photos with the gayageum to remember the Korean music you experienced in Seoul. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

※ Hanbok rental is not included and can be added as an option on site.

• Please check your mobile voucher by email or in the WAUG app.
• Meet your instructor at the studio's main entrance at your booked time.
• Valid only on the selected date and time.

Meeting point :
Main entrance of K-Harmony Gayageum Studio
28 Itaewon-ro 23-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul

Meeting point information:
Meet at the main entrance of K-Harmony. The activity ends back at the meeting point.

Cancellation & refund

• Cancel up to 24 hours before the activity date for a full refund.

Participation

• Not suitable for children under 7.
• Classes are limited to 4 people.

On-site information

• This is a beginner session; no musical experience is needed.
• The class is conducted in English.
• Hanbok rental is not included and can be added as an option on site.