Traditional Korean Drums: Cut & Paste Activity

Get ready to explore the exciting world of traditional Korean music! In this fun and creative activity, you'll learn about two special drums: the Buk, a large drum with a deep sound, and the Sogo, a small hand-held drum often used in dances. First, you will color your own designs for the Buk and Sogo. Then, you will cut and paste to create your very own Sogo drum!

These drums play an important role in Korean culture and are used in festivals, performances, and celebrations. So grab your pencils, scissors and glue—it's time to make some noise and enjoy music and art!

Printable & Activity Objectives

In this activity, your students will color, cut, and paste their own paper versions of the Buk and Sogo while learning about their cultural significance.

It will help your child or student:

• Encourages creativity through coloring and hands-on craft work.
• Introduces global cultures by exploring traditional Korean instruments.
• Builds fine motor skills with cutting and pasting.
• Promotes classroom discussion about cultural traditions and celebrations.

Let's find out more!

Classroom Resources

Simple steps to start:

• Research and find out more about Korean traditional music in particular the Buk and the Sogo drums. Here's an interesting introduction video about the Buk with demonstrations on how to play the iconic Korean drum:

Here is a lively video of a Korean traditional dance, called Sogochum, performed with a small Sogo drum in hand.

• Start working on your printable worksheets!

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What's in the Printable Worksheet Pack

This printable pack consists of 2 printable sheets for your students to colour, cut, arrange and paste two different traditional Korean drums.

• 1 printable "Buk" drum colouring sheet
• 1 printable "Sogo" drum colouring, cut and paste sheet

Click on the download link below to get started. Please note that this printable pack is only for paid members.