🌳VII - ROOT

Orchestral cinematic intro, deep Korean traditional buk drums, low male narration voice at the beginning (calm, grounded, not theatrical), primitive tribal male chorus in unison, no pop elements, no modern synth lead, Massive low strings, slow tempo 70–80 BPM, minor scale, tension-building, Emotional tone: not worship, but philosophical inquiry, Avoid heroic fantasy tone, Focus on weight, origin, silence between drum hits, Final section expands with full orchestra and layered male choir, Dark, grounded, historical atmosphere

Dark symphonic metal with restrained cinematic tension, 90–94 BPM, minor key, Slow ritual percussion intro, low strings and distant war drums, Female lead vocal (YEONI style): penetrating high notes that cut through distorted guitars, controlled grit, no muffled tone, no washed-out reverb, Vocal placed fully front in mix, minimal ambience, Traditional Korean vocal attitude (like pansori discipline), not screaming, sustained high notes with slight delayed bends, open-ended phrase endings, Emotion is restrained, not explosive, Theme: heir who survived instead of inheriting, Heavy chorus but dignified, not chaotic, Epic but controlled

Epic historical metal, 122 BPM, Deep male vocal with restrained authority, not screaming, Minimal reverb, dry forward mix, Cinematic low drums, traditional Korean percussion accents, heavy but controlled guitar layers, Atmosphere of political tension and imperial diplomacy, Theme: accompanying crown prince to Yuan court, 3 years in Shenyang, return to Goryeo, execution of Wang Yuso and Song Bangyong to establish royal authority, Tone dignified, strategic, not emotional rage, Focus on power consolidation and survival within empire structure

Symphonic progressive rock ballad, 96 BPM, Piano intro with cinematic strings, Vocal tone intellectual, restrained, steady breath control, No screaming, no dramatic crying, Minimal reverb, clear diction, forward vocal mix, Theme: Grand Scholar Yunmun during King Gongmin’s anti-Yuan reform era, Political tension, ideological conflict, structural reform through knowledge, Atmosphere dignified, thoughtful, strategic, Emphasize endurance through scholarship rather than violence

Modern Korean lyrical rock ballad inspired by late Goryeo scholar poetry, Calm intro with piano and acoustic guitar, gradually adding strings and soft rock drums, Noble, restrained emotion — not explosive, dignified and reflective, Vocal tone warm but firm, clear diction, minimal reverb, front-center mix, Chorus expands with orchestral swell but stays controlled and honorable, Atmosphere of spring courtyard with pear blossoms and quiet stone spring, Tempo around 72–80 BPM, Cinematic yet intimate

Korean Metalcore Ballad, 104 BPM, minor key, Clean intro with piano + ambient pad → gradual build with cinematic strings → heavy but controlled metalcore chorus (tight kick, punchy snare, modern low-tuned guitars, no muddy mix), Female vocal “Yeoni”: Front-mixed lead vocal, minimal reverb, zero muffled tone, piercing sustained high notes that cut through distorted guitars and cymbals, Controlled grit on high register (not screaming), restrained emotional intensity, traditional Korean vocal posture (stable diaphragm, slightly delayed ornamental bends), open-ended note release, Emotion is suppressed but penetrating, not explosive crying, Bridge half-time atmospheric drop, then full-band final chorus with layered harmonies but main vocal clearly dominant

Post-rock ballad, 92 BPM, atmospheric clean electric guitar arpeggios, minimal piano, deep ambient pad, gradual instrumental build without distortion overload, wide cinematic space, Female vocal front and dry mix, Yeoni-style vocal: penetrating high notes without shouting, controlled grit, traditional Korean vocal attitude modernized, no muffled or washed-out tone, minimal reverb, vocal placed clearly in front of mix, slightly delayed bending notes, open-ended phrase endings, Emotion restrained but piercing, No explosive screaming, Cinematic slow crescendo ending

Symphonic Metalcore, 112 BPM, minor key, Cinematic string intro → heavy low-tuned guitars, tight kick, punchy snare, Female vocal “ALI”: chest-dominant projection, strong mid-low resonance, direct emotional delivery, Vocal upfront and dominant in mix, minimal reverb, no washed-out tone, Add controlled grit on high notes (not scream), aggressive but stable sustain, Chorus wide and anthemic with layered harmonies, orchestral strings supporting but never overpowering lead vocal, Bridge half-time with low-register intensity before explosive final chorus, Emotional direction: resolute declaration, aware of death but unshaken

Symphonic Metalcore, 112–116 BPM, minor key, cinematic orchestral intro with low strings and deep percussion, modern tight metal production, no muddy mix, PART 1, Female Vocal 1 Mid-range dominant tone, firm and persuasive, controlled intensity, no harsh scream, steady phrasing, slightly darker timbre, Emotion: pragmatic realism and invitation to unity, Down-tuned guitars with punchy snare and tight double kick, Vocal clear and forward with moderate reverb, Instrumental tension build, double kick rise, sudden break, PART 2, Female Vocal 2 Chest-dominant projection, strong mid-low resonance, powerful belt in chorus, controlled grit on high notes, not shrill, First lines nearly a cappella, minimal reverb, no muffled tone, High notes must cut through distorted guitars and cymbals, Emotion: resolute moral declaration, Final chorus with orchestral lift, layered harmonies, Vocal 2 dominant and front-mixed

Symphonic Metal at 110 BPM, minor scale intro inspired by late Goryeo court melody, Deep traditional Korean drum patterns layered with orchestral strings, Gradual entrance of heavy metallic guitar riff, Strong mid-low male vocal (J-Stone type) with controlled power, not screaming, authoritative tone, Cinematic build, dramatic but restrained emotion, Break down section with only large traditional drums, Final chorus expands with full orchestra and rising metallic chord progression, Theme: dynasty change 1392, survival through bloodline not sword, Epic, historical, dignified, tension-driven

Symphonic Alternative Metal, 108 BPM, low cello ostinato intro, dark orchestral tension, Strong mid-low female chest voice lead (ALI style), direct emotional delivery, no screaming, no shrieking, Thick vocal center mix, powerful projection, controlled high-note grit without distortion overload, Chorus introduces heavy but restrained guitar wall, cinematic drums, tension not chaos, Bridge with low male narration over solo cello, then explosive but disciplined final chorus, Mood: moral tension, restrained rage, historical gravity, Clear articulation, punchy low end, epic but not fast

Orchestral metal at 100 BPM in D minor, Controlled and stable atmosphere, Restrained strings, low brass foundation, steady tom rhythm, minimal distortion guitars, No emotional explosion, Strong but calm male vocal with firm articulation, authoritative tone, medium-low register, no screaming, no grit, Chorus expands with layered choir, majestic but not aggressive, Emphasis on dignity, structure, institutional power, Sound like a constitutional anthem rather than battle music, Tight mix, wide stereo strings, centered vocal, cinematic depth but disciplined dynamics

Symphonic alternative metal in 6/8 time, 92 BPM, Piano arpeggio intro, gradually layered distorted electric guitar, restrained orchestral strings, Emotional tension build without explosive screaming, Female lead vocal: Yeoni (연희) — penetrating high notes that cut through distorted guitars and cymbals, no muffled or washed-out tone, minimal reverb, vocal front and centered, Controlled grit in upper register, traditional Korean vocal attitude similar to Ahn Sook-sun style phrasing but modernized, Sustained high notes without shouting, slight delayed bend at phrase endings, leaving final syllables open, Emotion is suppressed, not explosive — intensity comes from restraint, Chorus powerful but disciplined, Mix prioritizes vocal clarity over instruments

Cinematic slow-build orchestral post-metal, 80–84 BPM, D minor, Dark low strings, subtle ambient pads, distant low percussion like heartbeat, No explosion, no heavy guitar distortion, no fast drums, no climax, Female vocal, restrained and forward in the mix, minimal reverb, controlled intensity, no screaming, Atmosphere of calm before disaster, emotional numbness rather than panic, Gradual tension but cut before any impact, End in silence

Female vocal (Yeoni), modern Korean alternative rock with post-rock atmosphere, 108–112 BPM, clean electric guitar arpeggio intro, minimal piano layers, gradual drum build, emotional restraint not explosive, piercing high notes that cut through guitars, no muffled or washed-out vocal, vocal very front in mix, minimal reverb, controlled grit on high notes, traditional Korean vocal attitude similar to pansori phrasing but modernized, slight delayed bends on sustained notes, open-ended phrase endings, stable breathing, restrained intensity, cinematic build in final chorus, emotional control with penetrating clarity

Cinematic alternative metal, 100 BPM, C minor, Low sub-bass drone intro with heartbeat-like kick, Female vocal (Yeoni style): front and dry mix, minimal reverb, no muffled tone, Controlled grit, restrained emotional intensity, strong sustained high notes that cut through distorted guitars without screaming, Traditional vocal attitude in phrasing, slight delayed bends at phrase endings, Verse low and firm, chorus powerful but disciplined, Bridge intimate whisper tone close to mic, Final line completely dry with instruments dropping out before the last phrase, “vocal front and dry mix” “no muffled or washed-out tone” “minimal reverb” “cuts through distorted guitars”

Symphonic Korean metal, 94 BPM, minor key, Deep low drone intro with Korean traditional taepyeongso tone blended subtly with distorted electric guitar, Heavy tom drums like marching heartbeat, Female lead vocal YEONI style: powerful high notes that pierce through electric guitar and distortion without shouting, controlled grit, traditional Korean vocal attitude similar to classical pansori resonance but modernized, no muffled or washed-out tone, minimal reverb, vocal placed very front in mix, High notes sustained with restraint, slightly delayed bends, ending notes left open and flowing, Emotion is suppressed intensity, not explosive rage, Orchestral strings build tension, final chorus key lift, cinematic but grounded, lead vocal extremely forward in mix, dry vocal, minimal reverb, no muffled tone, strong mid presence, clear articulation over distorted guitars

Korean traditional crossover inspired by intimate pansori tone, 6/8 time, 72 BPM, G minor, Female vocal: SEHI style — Seopyeonje-based phrasing, breath-first delivery, inward sorrow, no belting, no emotional explosion, Natural nasal resonance, sliding pitch bends, long breath phrases, restrained vibrato, Voice slightly dry, front-centered, minimal reverb, Instrumentation: soft janggu pulse, distant daegeum breath textures, low string pad, subtle acoustic guitar harmonics, No heavy drums until final section, and even then very restrained, Mood: walking alone on the road of a fallen nation, dignified sorrow, quiet endurance, No scream, no growl, no distortion, Keep arrangement spacious and emotional tension internal, “Keep arrangement sparse, Emphasize breath and phrasing over instrumentation, Avoid cinematic overbuild, ”

Symphonic Alternative Metal / Protest Metal, 122 BPM Key: E minor, Female voca Powerful chest-driven vocal, strong mid-low resonance, explosive but controlled high notes with gritty texture, No screaming, no harsh shrieks, Direct emotional delivery, forward vocal mix, minimal reverb, Vocal must dominate guitars and drums, Thick, punchy, aggressive presence, Rhythmic reference: driving, relentless groove inspired by Korean protest-style cadence (similar rhythmic energy to tight snare, marching pulse, urgent downbeat emphasis, Arrangement: Intro: low drone + snare roll Verse: palm-muted guitars + heavy bass Pre-Chorus: rising strings tension Chorus: full distorted guitars + double kick + choir layer Bridge: drum break + low narration + explosive build historical rage, dignity, survival, fire across generations, Theme: a father who survived colonial era, liberation, Korean War, industrialization, democratization, Dynamic arc: contained anger → explosive chorus → triumphant endurance

Epic Korean historical finale blending traditional percussion and symphonic metal with rhythmic Korean rap, 95→120 BPM build, Intro with deep buk drums and low male narration listing early Silla kings (Bak Hyeokgeose to Gyeongmyeong) transitioning into fast, clear Korean rap naming generational lineage through Goryeo and Joseon, Mid-song orchestral rise with strings and brass during dynasty transition, Final chorus powerful mixed choir chanting “뿌리는 타지 않는다, ” Add distorted guitars and cinematic drums in climax, Mood: triumphant, dignified, ancestral pride, not aggressive but monumental, Clear pronunciation of Korean names, Big arena ending with sustained final chord

Korean traditional narrative folk song inspired by pansori, Dongpyeonje male vocal aesthetics, (around 80 BPM) Vocals: Korean male vocal performing in a pansori-informed style, raw and unprocessed, wide dynamic range, chest-driven projection, strong forward tone, minimal vibrato, expressive but unsentimental, melismatic phrasing used for emphasis, diction clear and declarative Vocal Performance: Endurance-focused delivery, long sustained phrases, emotional restraint, pain carried through strength rather than softness, voice leads without harmony Instruments: Single primary percussion emulating janggu or buk (frame drum / low drum), providing a constant rhythmic pulse, optional breathy bamboo flute–like accents used sparingly between vocal phrases, Semi-improvisational vocal line within a traditional Korean melodic framework minimal, no effects, no lush mixing, vocal and percussion fully exposed, Continuous narrative flow, no verse-chorus division, Resolve, searching, inheritance

Korean cinematic minimalist OST, Traditional Korean emotional tone, not pop, not commercial 70 BPM, walking pace, spacious, D minor Vocal : Emotional Korean female vocal (mature, restrained) Breath-led phrasing, quiet projection No belting, no pop vibrato Dignified sorrow, internalized Han Natural vibrato only when emotionally necessary Instrumentation Main: airy bamboo flute / shakuhachi-like breath flute (short phrases only) Soft acoustic guitar arpeggio (very minimal) Low bowed strings (cello, viola shadow) Sparse piano (single notes, not chords) Very subtle ambient pad (mist-like) Woodwind Rule : Flute never leads melody Appears only in transitions Audible breath, slightly unstable pitch Short emotional sigh phrases Arrangement : Silence is part of composition Long pauses between lines, Emotional accumulation only Walking rhythm like footsteps on foggy road Mood : testimony, endurance, memory, Quiet strength Atmosphere:Mist, dawn light Ending : Final vocal almost whisper