National Institute of Korean Traditional Music (국립국악원)

It looks like you might be referring to the National Gugak Center, rather than a specific "National College of Music". In Korea, there is no institution directly named "National College of Music". However, Korea does have an important national traditional music center - the National Gugak Center. If you mean about Korea's traditional music education and performance institutions, then here is an introduction to the National Gugak Center:

Overview

Established: 1951

Nature: National traditional music research and performance institution

Location: 37-40 Hyoja-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul.

Mission and Goals

The main mission of the National Gugak Center is to preserve and develop Korea's traditional music (gugak) and promote this cultural heritage through education, research and performance activities.

Historical Background

1951: The National Gugak Center was established to preserve and pass on Korean traditional music.

Modern: It has become one of the most important traditional music centers in Korea, not only performing domestically, but also frequently participating in international cultural exchange activities.

Main Components

National Gugak Orchestra: Responsible for playing a variety of Korean traditional instrument ensemble repertoires.

Vocal Orchestra: Focuses on singing traditional songs and narrative poems.

Dance Troupe: Shows Korean traditional dances.

Creation and Research Center: Conducts research on Gugak and supports the creation of new works.

Education Department: Provides training courses to cultivate future Gugak artists.

Library and Archives: Collects a large number of music documents and recording materials.

Educational Programs

Short-term courses: Provide basic traditional music learning opportunities for the public.

Professional Training: Provides more in-depth training for students who want to become professional musicians.

Master Classes and Workshops: Invite well-known artists to guide students.

Research and Publication

The National Gugak Center regularly publishes research results, including books, journal articles and academic reports, to promote understanding and recognition of Korean traditional music.

Performance Activities

Regular Concerts: Regular concerts are held in the theater of the National Gugak Center.

Festivals: Organize music festivals with specific themes, such as spring or autumn music festivals.

International Tours: Representing Korea at cultural exchange events around the world.

Contact Information

Official Website: http://www.gugak.go.kr/ (in Korean)

Address: 37-40 Hyoja-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul, South Korea

Tel: +82-2-3210-1661

Email: gugakcenter@korea.kr

If you want to learn more about traditional Korean music or are interested in visiting the National Gugak Center, it is recommended to visit its official website or contact relevant staff to obtain the latest event schedule and other relevant information.

If you are referring to national institutions for modern music education, there are some well-known music colleges in Korea that are affiliated with comprehensive universities, such as the College of Music, Seoul National University. This college provides a wide range of music education, covering classical music, folk music, composition, theory and other fields, and has first-class faculty and facilities.