Photos

One of the few on stage shots I took at this outdoor festival - this one from the side steps towards the back - even though I had stage permission - it was so clean to the edges I felt my presence would have been distracting vis a vis the performances and I realised I didn't want to get in a fixed position where i couldn't move during a performance which would stop me getting front of stage.

The title may be a little corny but what you don't get is the sheer weight of gut wrenching soul stirring noise these drummers are making and the enormous energy of it - yet even though she is in mid-beat she looks so relaxed, composed and calm..........

Dulsori from Korea have this to say about themselves.

"Dulsori (literally ‘ heartbeat of the land ’ ), formed in 1984, primarily aims to rekindle the spirit of ancient festival sharing the inner-energy through the art form that can enrich our life. Festival is the place where everyone’s energy mingles together creating a sense of pleasure in a collective manner. Dulsori can never reach this dream alone and that’s why we always invite the audience to join the show.

The fundamental basis of our creative work is a Korean percussion play. Since the beginning of Dulsori, we have tried many different kinds of performances based on the traditional rhythm of Korea. As a result, we have developed unique performances and interactive programs. We believe that creating a sense of community is important in any cultures."