{"id":11285,"date":"2024-10-30T12:50:58","date_gmt":"2024-10-30T05:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=11285"},"modified":"2024-10-30T12:50:58","modified_gmt":"2024-10-30T05:50:58","slug":"yeouido-hangang-park-painted-with-the-colors-of-global-culture-2024-asia-song-festival-x-culture-bridge-festa-concludes-successfully","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thaipropertynews.com\/feeds\/?p=11285","title":{"rendered":"Yeouido Hangang Park, Painted with the Colors of Global Culture: &#8216;2024 Asia Song Festival X Culture Bridge Festa&#8217; Concludes Successfully"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"prntac\">&#8211; 13 teams from 7 countries participated, including Korea, <span class=\"xn-location\">Japan<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Vietnam<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Indonesia<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">Thailand<\/span>, <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span>, and <span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span><br \/>&#8211; Approximately 48,000 people attended this global cultural festival, enjoying a scene of exchange and harmony<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-location\">SEOUL, South Korea<\/span><\/span>, <span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">Oct. 30, 2024<\/span><\/span> \/PRNewswire\/ &#8212; The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism of Korea (MCST, Minister <span class=\"xn-person\">Yu In-chon<\/span>) and the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (KOFICE, President <span class=\"xn-person\">Park Chang<\/span>-sik) announced that the &#8216;2024 Asia Song Festival X Culture Bridge Festa&#8217; held from <span class=\"xn-chron\">October 26<\/span>th (Sat) to 27th (Sun) at Yeouido Hangang Park in <span class=\"xn-location\">Seoul<\/span> attracted approximately 48,000 attendees, coloring the autumn nights with the vibrancy of global culture.<\/p>\n<p class=\"prntac\">&#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217; Celebrating 20 Years of Shared Emotion<br \/>A Global Music Festival of Harmony and Participation, Created Together by Artists and Audiences<\/p>\n<p>The &#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217; held on <span class=\"xn-chron\">October 26<\/span>th at the Mulbit Stage in Yeouido Hangang Park drew a fervent crowd of more than 3,100 attendees on-site and 81,000 viewers globally via YouTube live stream. The event&#8217;s popularity was further evidenced by the long lines of attendees waiting to purchase tickets on-site,in addition to the packed audience.<\/p>\n<p>The &#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217;, hosted by 8TURN&#8217;s <span>Jaeyun<\/span> and fromis_9&#8217;s Saerom, featured captivating live performances from prominent Asian artists. The audience erupted in cheers as Tomioka Ai, famous as &#8216;Blue Tank Top Girl&#8217; on social media platforms, performed &lt;Good Bye Bye&gt;. The festival atmosphere was further amplified with enthusiastic singalongs from the crowd during QWER&#8217;s &lt;Addiction to Worry&gt; and fromis_9&#8217;s &lt;Supersonic&gt;.<\/p>\n<p>Underscoring the festival&#8217;s mission of cultural exchange through music, the &#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217; presented a special collaborative performance by Korean boy group 8TURN and Vietnamese Gen-Z star, M\u1ef9 Anh. In a heartwarming finale, performers joined the audience on stage for a farewell and a commemorative self-group photo, capturing a shared moment of unity and concluding the event with a special touch.<\/p>\n<p>The &#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217; fostered a spirit of harmony and exchange during a &#8216;Networking Night&#8217; held the day before the main event. This gathering provided a valuable opportunity for participating artists to connect and build relationships. Dionela, a rising star from <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span>, shared his enthusiasm, stating, &#8220;It is an honor to perform in Korea for the first time, especially during the 20th anniversary of the &#8216;Asia Song Festival.&#8217; The Networking Night was a particularly meaningful experience, allowing me to engage in deep conversations with artists from around the world through the universal language of music. I hope that these connections will lead to future collaborations.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"prntac\">More than 45,000 attendees visited Boracay Beach in <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span> and Reggae Town in <span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span><br \/>The events facilitated vibrant cultural exchanges with local communities in both <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Culture Bridge Festa, held from <span class=\"xn-chron\">October 26<\/span>th to 27th at the Mulbit Stage area in Yeouido Hangang Park, attracted over 45,000 visitors during the two days. The Philippine and Jamaica Villages, which authentically recreated the atmosphere of each country, were particularly popular. Offering a diverse range of attractions and interactive experiences, the villages provided visitors with an immersive cultural experience akin to traveling abroad.<\/p>\n<p>The Culture Bridge Festa fostered a dynamic cultural exchange with members of the Filipino and Jamaican communities in Korea, introducing their traditional attire, cuisine, and handicrafts. Visitors were able to engage with these cultures through a variety of interactive programs within each village, guided by members of the local Filipino and Jamaican communities. A Filipino volunteer, Christine (40 years old), shared, &#8220;It was a meaningful experience to participate in this event as a volunteer and introduce Jamaican culture in Korea. I feel that &#8216;Culture Bridge Festa&#8217; has brought our communities closer together.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group, founded in 1972, captivated the audience with a performance that showcased the history of Filipino folk dance through dramatic storytelling. Dance Xpressionz, a pioneering Jamaican dancehall musical group, energized the crowd with their dynamic dancehall performance. The event culminated in a special collaborative performance by Reggae Peace Like A River (Skull &amp; HaHa), prominent figures in the Korean reggae scene, and Jamaican artist Jah Lil, paying homage to the legacy of <span class=\"xn-person\">Bob Marley<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>H.E. <span class=\"xn-person\">Maria Theresa B. Dizon-De Vega<\/span>, Ambassador of <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span> to Korea, stated, &#8220;In this momentous year marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span> and Korea, I am delighted to showcase the diverse culture and traditions of <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span> to the Korean people.&#8221; <span class=\"xn-person\">Shorna-Kay Richards<\/span>, Non-Resident Ambassador of <span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span> to Korea, also expressed &#8221; &#8220;Although Jamaica and Korea are 13,400km apart, I hope that through &#8216;Culture Bridge Festa,&#8217; people can experience the joy of our beautiful island nation, including the unique sounds and rhythms of reggae and our energetic dances.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>In addition, <span class=\"xn-person\">Park Chang<\/span>-sik, President of KOFICE, highlighted the significance of the event, stating, &#8220;This was a valuable platform for bringing together and celebrating the music and cultures of <span class=\"xn-location\">Asia<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span>. KOFICE will continue to serve as a leading force in promoting international cultural exchange.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Highlights from the &#8216;2024 Asia Song Festival X Culture Bridge Festa&#8217; will be available on the official Asia Song Festival and Culture Bridge YouTube channels. 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The event&#8217;s popularity was further evidenced by the long lines of attendees waiting to purchase tickets on-site,in addition to the packed audience.<\/p>\n<p>The &#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217;, hosted by 8TURN&#8217;s <span>Jaeyun<\/span> and fromis_9&#8217;s Saerom, featured captivating live performances from prominent Asian artists. The audience erupted in cheers as Tomioka Ai, famous as &#8216;Blue Tank Top Girl&#8217; on social media platforms, performed &lt;Good Bye Bye&gt;. The festival atmosphere was further amplified with enthusiastic singalongs from the crowd during QWER&#8217;s &lt;Addiction to Worry&gt; and fromis_9&#8217;s &lt;Supersonic&gt;.<\/p>\n<p>Underscoring the festival&#8217;s mission of cultural exchange through music, the &#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217; presented a special collaborative performance by Korean boy group 8TURN and Vietnamese Gen-Z star, M\u1ef9 Anh. In a heartwarming finale, performers joined the audience on stage for a farewell and a commemorative self-group photo, capturing a shared moment of unity and concluding the event with a special touch.<\/p>\n<p>The &#8216;Asia Song Festival&#8217; fostered a spirit of harmony and exchange during a &#8216;Networking Night&#8217; held the day before the main event. This gathering provided a valuable opportunity for participating artists to connect and build relationships. Dionela, a rising star from <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span>, shared his enthusiasm, stating, &#8220;It is an honor to perform in Korea for the first time, especially during the 20th anniversary of the &#8216;Asia Song Festival.&#8217; The Networking Night was a particularly meaningful experience, allowing me to engage in deep conversations with artists from around the world through the universal language of music. I hope that these connections will lead to future collaborations.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p class=\"prntac\">More than 45,000 attendees visited Boracay Beach in <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span> and Reggae Town in <span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span><br \/>The events facilitated vibrant cultural exchanges with local communities in both <span class=\"xn-location\">the Philippines<\/span> and <span class=\"xn-location\">Jamaica<\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Culture Bridge Festa, held from <span class=\"xn-chron\">October 26<\/span>th to 27th at the Mulbit Stage area in Yeouido Hangang Park, attracted over 45,000 visitors during the two days. The Philippine and Jamaica Villages, which authentically recreated the atmosphere of each country, were particularly popular. Offering a diverse range of attractions and interactive experiences, the villages provided visitors with an immersive cultural experience akin to traveling abroad.<\/p>\n<p>The Culture Bridge Festa fostered a dynamic cultural exchange with members of the Filipino and Jamaican communities in Korea, introducing their traditional attire, cuisine, and handicrafts. Visitors were able to engage with these cultures through a variety of interactive programs within each village, guided by members of the local Filipino and Jamaican communities. A Filipino volunteer, Christine (40 years old), shared, &#8220;It was a meaningful experience to participate in this event as a volunteer and introduce Jamaican culture in Korea. I feel that &#8216;Culture Bridge Festa&#8217; has brought our communities closer together.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, Ramon Obusan Folkloric Group, founded in 1972, captivated the audience with a performance that showcased the history of Filipino folk dance through dramatic storytelling. Dance Xpressionz, a pioneering Jamaican dancehall musical group, energized the crowd with their dynamic dancehall performance. The event culminated in a special collaborative performance by Reggae Peace Like A River (Skull &amp; HaHa), prominent figures in the Korean reggae scene, and Jamaican artist Jah Lil, paying homage to the legacy of <span class=\"xn-person\">Bob Marley<\/span>.<\/p>\n<p>H.E. <span class=\"xn-person\">Maria Theresa B. 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KOFICE will continue to serve as a leading force in promoting international cultural exchange.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Highlights from the &#8216;2024 Asia Song Festival X Culture Bridge Festa&#8217; will be available on the official Asia Song Festival and Culture Bridge YouTube channels. 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