Chicago activists teach Korean drumming to advocate for immigrants

The loud, wooden drums originate from the Korean working class and have become a symbol of protest in Korea.

By Char Daston
Pungmul Drumming
Pungmul drummers pose for a photo at the HANA Center. Pungmul drumming is a Korean style associated with protest, and the HANA Center uses them when protesting for immigrant rights. Courtesy HANA Center / HANA Center
Pungmul Drumming
Pungmul drummers pose for a photo at the HANA Center. Pungmul drumming is a Korean style associated with protest, and the HANA Center uses them when protesting for immigrant rights. Courtesy HANA Center / HANA Center

Chicago activists teach Korean drumming to advocate for immigrants

The loud, wooden drums originate from the Korean working class and have become a symbol of protest in Korea.

By Char Daston
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Activists at Chicago’s HANA Center use Pungmul drumming when they protest. This summer, the group is offering Pungmul drumming classes to the public for the first time.

Reset learns more from a drummer and member of the organization.

GUEST: Kevin Lee, community engagement coordinator at HANA Center