한순서 승무의 춤사위와 장단과의 관계성 연구

Abstract

This study analyzes each rhythm of the Buddhist Dance, which was passed on from Tae Heung Kang to Soon Seo Han, and discusses the relationship between the rhythm and the dance move for the purpose of identifying the aesthetic characteristics of Soon Seo Han’s the Buddhist Dance. There are three main findings in this study. First, the dynamic and dramatic effects are emphasized through a type of Korean traditional dance move. Second, there are some unique dance moves that cannot be observed in the other versions of the Buddhist Dance. Third, Soon Seo Han’s version of the Buddhist Dance follows a dramatic narrative format based on the theme of ‘a Buddhist monk’s anguish and return to his religion’ and this format is the most distinguishing feature of her dance. Soon Seo Han’sversion of the Buddhist Dance possesses scarcity and value as it employs the dramatic format, a rare feature in Korean traditional dance, while continuing the legacy of the Nun’s Dance.