Over 200 attendees celebrated the contributions of veteran musicians.
The president of KOMCA promised to strengthen support for younger musicians.
The Korean Music Copyright Association (KOMCA) organized an event to express gratitude to senior musicians who laid the foundation of the Korean music scene, coinciding with Teacher's Day. On the 18th, over 200 members aged 65 and older were invited to the event held at the Glad Hotel in Yeouido, Seoul. The event aimed to honor the contributions of veteran artists and foster respect among music creators of all generations.
The event commenced with the presentation of carnation brooches to the senior members, followed by an opening address from President Lee Si-ha. After providing information on the welfare pension, the ceremony for the appreciation plaques and a luncheon took place. Notably, writer Song Jae-cheol, aged 98, was present among several eminent musicians who received plaques, highlighting the significant attendance of Korean music's living history. Song expressed hopes for the association to continue supporting younger creators.
President Lee emphasized the importance of honoring the sacrifices made by senior musicians for the existence of KOMCA today. He outlined plans to enhance support and welfare systems for emerging artists. This event not only strengthened respect for senior creators but also promised practical improvements in welfare for members across all generations.
One notable aspect of the event was the genuine respect and gratitude shown towards senior musicians. Especially highlighted was the presence of figures like Song Jae-cheol, who shared reflections on their musical journeys and expressed appreciation for the support from the association. This act is seen as a significant symbolic gesture in the context of the Korean music scene, continuing a tradition of honoring the past.
KOMCA is functioning not merely as a copyright management entity but as a facilitator of connection between music creators and veteran artists. President Lee's commitment to enhancing support and welfare systems for younger creators indicates a shared vision for the future of the association, aiming to foster an enriched environment for musical endeavors.
Furthermore, the event emphasized not only honoring the achievements of senior musicians but also included pledges to improve welfare systems benefiting all generations. This initiative is expected to have a positive impact across the music industry, contributing to the establishment of a sustainable creative environment for all artists.
This article is KOSTAR’s reinterpretation of a story originally reported by TVDaily.
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