The janggu is the most representative drum in traditional Korean music. It consists of an hourglass-shaped body with two heads made from animal skin. The two heads produce sounds of different pitch and timbre, which when played together are believed to represent the harmonious joining of Um and Yang, or Yin and yang.
This janggu is a dance janggu in the 1.5 ja, 45cm in length and 39cm in drum skin diameter (18 x 15.5 inches). This size is best for ladies to perform the janggu dance. It's made by one of the best Korean drum maker. This model is an elite dance model that has elegant design on the drum wood.
This janggu comes with a set of drum sticks, and a black carrying bag.
About Janggu Sizes:
1.3 39cm x 36cm Smallest size janggu. It's for elementary school kids to start learning
1.4 42cm x 37cm This size is good for bigger kids or small size adults who hold the drum with shoulder strap and dance while playing
1.5 45cm x 39cm This size is good for smaller size adults or general adults who hold the drum with shoulder strap and dance while playing
1.6 48cm x 42cm This size is good for general adults to play while sitting on the floor
1.7 51cm x 43.5cm This is a large size for bigger adults to play while sitting on the floor or played on a stand
1.8 54cm x 45cm This is the largest size janggu. It's usually played on a stand in the court music.
