Vong Pak’s BINARI
Presented by Jalopy Theatre
Sunday, January 11, 2025, 7:30 PM
Jalopy Theatre
(315 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY 11231)
Tickets: $20 advance / $25 doors
'Vong Pak's BINARI
For Your Hope and Prosperity
Vong Pak's BINARI is a powerful contemporary reimagining of the Korean shamanic blessing ritual known as Binari—a traditional performance offered to bring good fortune, protection, and prosperity to the community. Award-winning performer Vong Pak, recognized for his mastery of Korean percussive traditions, guides audiences through a transformative musical experience that bridges ancient ritual and modern improvisation. With Pak's commanding vocals and expressive percussion at the center, the performance expands into a dynamic trio featuring Rick Parker on trombone and Kevin Zubek on drums. Together, they create an evocative soundscape where ancestral rhythms meet jazz influences, meditative textures, and bold experimental energy. Each performance becomes a living conversation between tradition and innovation—inviting audiences into a space of reflection, healing, and renewed hope. Vong Pak's BINARI is not only a concert; it is a ceremonial offering for collective hope, resilience, and prosperity.
▲ ARTISTS
Vong Pak - Vocal / Korean Percussions
A master performer of Korean traditional percussion, Vong Pak has dedicated his career to bringing the spirit, depth, and vitality of Korean ritual arts to global audiences. His work blends traditional forms with contemporary sensibilities, creating performances that resonate across cultures.
Rick Parker - Trombone
Rick Parker is an innovative trombonist known for his genre-bending collaborations across jazz, experimental, and world music. His warm tone and bold improvisational style add a rich sonic layer to the BINARI soundscape.
Kevin Zubek - Drum
Kevin Zubek is a dynamic drummer whose versatility spans classical percussion, global rhythmic traditions, and improvisational music. His sensitive and powerful playing grounds the trio in both groove and spaciousness.