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A tornado is one of nature’s most brutal warnings. In mere moments, it can sweep away homes, possessions, and even lives. Most people instinctively look for shelter when faced with such a force. Yet, there are those who run straight toward the storm — risking their lives to study its nature, to develop technology that minimizes its destruction, and to open a path to survival for others.
The protagonists in the film Twister embody this spirit. For them, a crisis is not just a disaster but a challenge to be confronted. This mindset — of facing danger head-on, guided not by fear but by curiosity — is what has enabled humanity to overcome countless natural catastrophes.
The Need for Head-On Confrontation in the Arts
The world of the arts is no different.
K-Classic, the contemporary expression of Korean classical music, faces its own storm. While K-pop and K-drama ride the global wave of the Korean Wave (Hallyu), classical music remains bound by the conservative order of traditional Western concert halls and entrenched audience preferences. To thrive on the world stage, K-Classic cannot remain sheltered in familiar traditions; it must face the “cultural tornado” and meet it with pioneering creativity.
If someone claims, “Classical music belongs to Europe,” that is precisely the moment to prove them wrong. This means developing repertoires infused with uniquely Korean sentiment and artistry, adopting innovative performance formats, and integrating new technologies. Survival, in this case, is not merely about preservation — it is about evolution.
Seeing the World Through a Pioneer’s Eyes
Just as tornado researchers step into the eye of the storm to gather crucial data, K-Classic’s musicians and creators must immerse themselves in the world’s most competitive arenas: international festivals, global competitions, and multicultural stages.
Passion alone is not enough. Like scientists with a long-term research plan, K-Classic must pair daring vision with precise strategy. This calls for a twofold approach: in the short term, producing performances that are both original and globally resonant; in the long term, building a comprehensive platform for education, research, and promotion.
The Tornado as a Wind of Opportunity
A tornado may symbolize destruction, but it also clears the ground for new beginnings. It forces a rethinking of structures, making way for innovation. In the same way, the shifting global cultural landscape is both a threat and an opportunity for K-Classic.
Like sailors who never let go of their compass in a storm, K-Classic must hold its artistic direction steady amid the turbulence of the international arts scene. This is how our music will endure and inspire generations to come.
In essence, confronting a tornado is not just about survival — it is about pioneering a future. The courage and innovation of those who face the storm mirror what K-Classic must embrace today. When the winds of crisis blow, we should not hide; we should ride them higher. Only then will Korean classical music claim its rightful place on the world stage.
