Suwon, Republic of Korea – Culture Masters, in partnership with leading cultural institutions such as the Gunpo Chapter of the Korea Entertainment and Arts Association and the ICCN, with support from Gyeonggi Province, is proud to announce IP-WIN 2025 (Invitational Performance of World Intangible Heritage), the world’s first joint performance dedicated to traditional vocal arts inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The event will be held from October 17–18, 2025, in Suwon, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea.

📅 Program Highlights

IP-WIN 2025 features two consecutive evening performances and an international cultural forum:

• October 17 (Fri), 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Concert – Day 1
• October 18 (Sat), 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM: International Culture Forum
• October 18 (Sat), 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM: Concert – Day 2
📍 Venue: Suwon City Hall Grand Theater or Suwon SK Artium (final venue to be confirmed)

🎭 Performance Theme:
Echoes of the World: Voices of Living Heritage
Subheading: A Journey through the Soul of Humanity

This year’s IP-WIN focuses on vocal traditions that embody the cultural emotions and identities of diverse communities. Five acts will explore the human condition through sound—from ancestral shamanistic rhythms to classical lyrical poetry, uniting voices across continents.

🎶 Performance Lineup (Subject to Final Confirmation)
Each act features paired performances from different countries and cultural spheres:

Act

Theme

Countries

Heritage Performances

I

Birth of Tradition

Mongolia, Uzbekistan

Khoomei (Throat Singing), Bakhshi Epic Song

II

Songs of the Soul

Portugal, Korea

Fado, Pansori

III

Sacred Rhythms

Botswana, Korea

Hosana Ritual Chant, Gangneung Dano-gut

IV

Crossing Cultural Borders

Vietnam, Korea

Ca trù (Ceremonial Singing), Jeongga (Court Song)

V

One Song for Humanity

All Participating Teams

Joint Finale Performance

🔗 International Participation

IP-WIN 2025 is currently accepting applications from traditional music and vocal ensembles that meet the following criteria:

• The repertoire must include vocal or music-based forms inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage list
• Each group may consist of up to 10 members, including the director
• International airfare must be covered by the sending country or sponsoring organization
• Local expenses—including accommodation, meals, and in-country transportation—will be covered by the organizers
• Sponsoring institutions that provide airfare support for participating groups will be officially recognized as Official Partners of IP-WIN 2025 and will receive a certificate of appreciation
• Selected teams may receive priority invitations to the PRE-WIN 2026 and WIN 2028 global festivals

*Teams not currently listed in the program above may still apply for consideration, provided their performance aligns with the theme of vocal and musical traditions of humanity.

🌐 Global Significance
IP-WIN 2025 serves as a cultural diplomacy platform and pilot initiative leading to the full-scale PRE-WIN 2026 and WIN 2028 festivals. The event not only strengthens international cultural networks but also elevates the role of intangible heritage in achieving peace, sustainability, and mutual understanding among nations.

🎟️ Join the Movement
Performance troupes, cultural foundations, and heritage institutions are encouraged to contact the organizing committee to express interest in participation. Don’t miss the opportunity to become part of this milestone in global heritage collaboration.

📩 Inquiries & Applications
IP-WIN 2025 Secretariat
Email: culturemasters.1@gmail.com

secretariat.ip-win@culturemasters.org
Website: www.culturemasters.org

Let your voice echo across nations. Join IP-WIN 2025—where the world sings as one.

Promotional Video for WIN 2025-2028