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As a performer, one of my great joys has always been playing new compositions written specifically for the shakuhachi. Exploring the shakuhachi’s capabilities within new settings is one of the best ways to expose new audiences to its distinctive voice, and to encourage more composers to include it in their tonal palette. 

Previously, I sponsored a project called 20-20 Bamboo, where I set out to record 20 new pieces in 2020. The result was the album 20-20 Bamboo, which was released in January of this year - you can check it out here.

So in that same vein, I’m pleased to announce that I’m in the final stages of a project with Dr. Talia Amar, from the Department of Music Theory, Composition, and Conducting at The Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance (JAMD). You can read about her, and the four up-and-coming composers working with her on this project, below.

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Dear friends, music lovers, and cultural explorers! As you may know, I've been dedicated to shamisen for the past 20 years (among a bevvy of other instruments), and I'm thrilled to present to you an incredible and unique musical odyssey that I've poured my heart and soul into: Waves of Harmony - a groundbreaking 40-track shamisen fusion project that transcends the boundaries of genre, culture, and time. "Waves of Harmony" unites the unparalleled talents of dozens of virtuoso musicians, creating a symphony of breathtaking melodies and harmonious collaborations. I invite you to join us in bringing these albums to life while not only sharing our passion for the beautiful art of shamisen, but celebrating the incredible collaborative magic that only comes from the connection of generous, down-to-earth souls!

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Do I Need To Know Japanese To Learn Shakuhachi?

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