Samulnori 사물놀이
"Playing four objects." A modern stage genre, created in 1978, where four seated performers play the kkwaenggwari, janggu, buk, and jing, representing thunder, rain, clouds, and wind.
About NYURI
Since 1987
NYU Rhythmic Impulse is one of NYU's oldest student organizations and the city's only collegiate group devoted to Korean percussion. For nearly four decades, members have passed down rhythms, instruments, and traditions from one class to the next.
Coming soon: our full history, told by the alumni who built NYURI. Are you an alum? Get in touch.
What we play
Samulnori & pungmul
Pungmul 풍물
The older folk tradition that originated samulnori. Rooted in rural farming culture, it combines energetic drumming, group dancing, and other props beyond what you'll see in samulnori.
Where we practice
Find us in the practice room
We rehearse weekly on campus. Check NYU Engage for this semester's schedule. Drop-ins welcome!
