Workshops | Shinobue with Yasukazu Kano
Based on Sado, Yasukazu Kano plays serene shinobue (bamboo flute) music. Although he has taken to the stage as a member of Kodo several times at EC, this is his first time appearing at the festival as a flute workshop instructor. With an impassioned energy and keen attention to detail, even beginners will be able to manage a simple tune by the end of this session. A special workshop for advanced players is being offered on the 18th. Join Yasukazu to feel the breath of island as you absorb the sound of the shinobue.
Profile
Yasukazu Kano
Born in Tokyo in 1963, Yasukazu Kano started playing drums when he was only 13 years old. While attending Hitotsubashi University, he began playing live sessions at various venues around the city. Yasukazu joined Kodo in 1987 and toured the world with the group over the following 10 years. In 1997 he went solo, remaining on Sado Island where he performs and teaches regularly while exploring the Shinobue's hidden possibilities. In October 2006 Yasukazu released his third CD, “Kaze Utau”.
Workshop Details
- Date:
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- Aug. 17 (Mon) 14:00 - 16:00 (beginners)
- Aug. 18 (Tue) 10:00 - 12:00 (Intermediate “Step Up” Course)
- Venue:
- Aug. 17 (Mon) Rito Centre 3F *Moved from Rito Centre 1st Floor to Rito Centre 3rd Floor.
- Aug. 18 (Tue) Rito Centre 1F
- Participation Fee:
- 3,000 yen
- Capacity:
- 30 people per session, ages 8 & over
- Instructor:
- Yasukazu Kano
- Notes:
- Please bring a happon-choshi utamono (8-holed utamono) flute. Plastic ones will be sold at the venue for 2,000 yen. Instructions in English will be available.
