LESSON 1: Popular music

Performance Art

A time based art form that typically features a live presentation to an audience or to onlookers (as on a street) and draws on such arts as acting, poetry, music, dance, and painting.

An artwork or art exhibition created through actions executed by the artist or other participants

Korean popular music (KPOP)

A genre of popular music originating from south Korea. It encompasses a wide range of musical styles, including pop, hip-hop, RB, Electronic, and rock often characterized by its catchy melodies, stylish visuals and synchronized choreography.

Global phenomenon

(kpop) It has become a _______ ____________, gaining immense popularity not only in south Korea but also across Asia and increasingly in western countries and other parts of the world

Popular music artists in KPOP industry

BLACKPINK, TWICE, BTS (Bangtan Sonyeondan)

Japanese Popular Music (JPOP)

Refers to the genre of popular music originating from Japan, It has been a prominent part of Japanese culture for decades and has influenced music scenes both domestically and internationally.

Originated in the 1990s evolving from earlier forms of _______ ________ _______ known as kayokyoku. It incorporates various musical styles including rock, jazz, and electronic music.

Popular artists in the JPOP industry

PERFUME, Kenshi Yonezu, BABYMETAL, Arashi

Chinese Popular Music (CPOP)

Refers to the genre of popular music originating from china, has a rich history and has played a significant role in Chinese culture, both domestically and internationally.

Famous artists in the CPOP industry

Jay Chou, JJ Lin, Faye Wong, G.E.M, TFBoys, S.H.E

Emerging

Newly created or noticed and growing in strength or popularity and is becoming widely known or established,

Popular art

Any dance, literature, music, theater, or other art form intended to be perceived and appreciated by ordinary people in a literate. Technologically advanced society dominated by urban culture.