Ahn Yi-seo
Sorikkun (Traditional Korean Vocalist)
Introduction 
I am Ahn Yi-seo, the vocalist for the Korean traditional music group 'E-ppul.' Influenced by my mother, a Geomungo performer, I entered the world of traditional music at a young age. I was admitted early to Pusan National University at the age of 19 and have been living a happy life as an artist ever since. In addition to performing Pansori, I am active in broadcasting, steadily building my skills as a professional stage host and presenter.
Highlights 
B.A. in Korean Music, Pusan National University (Currently enrolled in Graduate School)
Member of the Korean Traditional Music Group 'E-ppul'
Trainee of Pansori Heungboga, Gyeongbuk Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 34
Host for On-Doctor TV
Performance at the Ferrara Buskers Festival, Italy
Performance at Tolfarte, Italy
Invited Performance for the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Performance at the World Peace Forum Peace Concert
Performer at the Busan Citizen's Bell Year-End Ringing Ceremony
My Philosophy 
As a performer specializing in Pansori—a folk genre of traditional Korean music—it often saddens me that many people find our music unfamiliar or difficult rather than approachable. Gugak is not just music; it is our unique heritage that captures the "Heuinoaerak" (the joys, angers, sorrows, and pleasures of life) better than any other genre. Through our language and our melodies, I strive to look into the lives of the audience and empathize with them. Perhaps as a result of these efforts, many people shed tears or greet us with bright smiles after a performance. Every time that happens, I feel that my fellow members and I are on the right path, and it gives me a profound sense of responsibility.
Interview
Q. What is your most memorable experience or place within Korea’s nature? 
It would have to be Jeju Island. A few years ago, I went on a solo four-day backpacking trip there. With everything packed into a single rucksack, I spent all day walking the Olle Trail. Facing the sea and the hills all day was sometimes tedious, but I walked with a different feeling every day. There were sunny days, rainy days, and chilly days.
On sunny days, the scenery was bursting with energy, which made me happy. Walking in the rain gave me a sense of liberation—seeing myself push through a storm made me feel empowered. On chilly days, the biting wind cleared my mind of cluttered thoughts, leaving me feeling refreshed and light. It was a trip that gave me hope: that if we seek out small moments of happiness even within a grueling daily routine, our lives will surely begin to change for the better.
Q. What does "Nature" mean to you? 
To me, nature is a reliable presence, like a compass for life. When I am distressed by life's many worries, when I am too exhausted to do anything, or even when I am overjoyed, I always seek out nature. Feeling the beauty of the great outdoors—moving and breathing according to its own providence—settles my turbulent emotions. Recognizing that we, too, are part of nature and are moving slowly according to that same providence allows me to view the flow of my life with more ease. Even if there are waves and moments of wandering, I find comfort and the strength to live again, knowing that I am ultimately growing and improving. I hope that our group and our music can be that kind of presence for many people.
Q. What kind of life do you want to live? 
I want to live a life without regrets. Even if I make a choice that I might later regret, I want to be able to look back and say with pride that I gave my absolute best to ensure that choice was not a mistake.
Q. What do you hope people feel when they listen to your performance? 
I hope they feel a sense of liberation from the fatigue of life. I tend to have significant emotional ups and downs. While this can be a weakness, it is also a strength. Because I am true to my emotions, I allow myself to be fully sad when I am sad and to express anger when I am frustrated. Likewise, I am incredibly joyful when I am happy. I try to pour as much of this authenticity into my music as possible. I want to connect with the audience by sharing various emotions in a short span of time. In that moment, I hope they find comfort and liberation in the thought: "I’m not the only one... we are all going through something similar."
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Sorikkun (Traditional Korean Vocalist)
Introduction
I am Ahn Yi-seo, the vocalist for the Korean traditional music group 'E-ppul.' Influenced by my mother, a Geomungo performer, I entered the world of traditional music at a young age. I was admitted early to Pusan National University at the age of 19 and have been living a happy life as an artist ever since. In addition to performing Pansori, I am active in broadcasting, steadily building my skills as a professional stage host and presenter.
Highlights
B.A. in Korean Music, Pusan National University (Currently enrolled in Graduate School)
Member of the Korean Traditional Music Group 'E-ppul'
Trainee of Pansori Heungboga, Gyeongbuk Intangible Cultural Heritage No. 34
Host for On-Doctor TV
Performance at the Ferrara Buskers Festival, Italy
Performance at Tolfarte, Italy
Invited Performance for the Korean Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong
Performance at the World Peace Forum Peace Concert
Performer at the Busan Citizen's Bell Year-End Ringing Ceremony
My Philosophy
As a performer specializing in Pansori—a folk genre of traditional Korean music—it often saddens me that many people find our music unfamiliar or difficult rather than approachable. Gugak is not just music; it is our unique heritage that captures the "Heuinoaerak" (the joys, angers, sorrows, and pleasures of life) better than any other genre. Through our language and our melodies, I strive to look into the lives of the audience and empathize with them. Perhaps as a result of these efforts, many people shed tears or greet us with bright smiles after a performance. Every time that happens, I feel that my fellow members and I are on the right path, and it gives me a profound sense of responsibility.
Interview
Q. What is your most memorable experience or place within Korea’s nature?
It would have to be Jeju Island. A few years ago, I went on a solo four-day backpacking trip there. With everything packed into a single rucksack, I spent all day walking the Olle Trail. Facing the sea and the hills all day was sometimes tedious, but I walked with a different feeling every day. There were sunny days, rainy days, and chilly days.
On sunny days, the scenery was bursting with energy, which made me happy. Walking in the rain gave me a sense of liberation—seeing myself push through a storm made me feel empowered. On chilly days, the biting wind cleared my mind of cluttered thoughts, leaving me feeling refreshed and light. It was a trip that gave me hope: that if we seek out small moments of happiness even within a grueling daily routine, our lives will surely begin to change for the better.
Q. What does "Nature" mean to you?
To me, nature is a reliable presence, like a compass for life. When I am distressed by life's many worries, when I am too exhausted to do anything, or even when I am overjoyed, I always seek out nature. Feeling the beauty of the great outdoors—moving and breathing according to its own providence—settles my turbulent emotions. Recognizing that we, too, are part of nature and are moving slowly according to that same providence allows me to view the flow of my life with more ease. Even if there are waves and moments of wandering, I find comfort and the strength to live again, knowing that I am ultimately growing and improving. I hope that our group and our music can be that kind of presence for many people.
Q. What kind of life do you want to live?
I want to live a life without regrets. Even if I make a choice that I might later regret, I want to be able to look back and say with pride that I gave my absolute best to ensure that choice was not a mistake.
Q. What do you hope people feel when they listen to your performance?
I hope they feel a sense of liberation from the fatigue of life. I tend to have significant emotional ups and downs. While this can be a weakness, it is also a strength. Because I am true to my emotions, I allow myself to be fully sad when I am sad and to express anger when I am frustrated. Likewise, I am incredibly joyful when I am happy. I try to pour as much of this authenticity into my music as possible. I want to connect with the audience by sharing various emotions in a short span of time. In that moment, I hope they find comfort and liberation in the thought: "I’m not the only one... we are all going through something similar."
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