Apr 10 (Mon), 2017 / Last updated : May 5 (Fri), 2017 admin01 Workshops

Motofumi Yamaguchi’s Regular Shinobue Classes & Private Lessons in Niigata

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Anyone who is eager to learn to play the shinobue (bamboo flute), or keen to improve, is welcome to take part in these classes in Niigata City.

*All classes and private lessons will be conducted in Japanese.

Motofumi Yamaguchi‘s Shinobue Classes & Private Lessons
(1–2 times/month)

2F Shrine Office, Kanbara Shrine, Niigata City

Dates & Times:
1–2 times every month on Friday 4–8pm & Saturday 9–11am
Contents:
Everything related to playing the shinobue, from breathing technique right through to musical interpretation.
Fees (per session):
Beginners 6,000 yen (max. class size: 6 people / approx. 90 mins.)
Intermediate 8,000 yen (max. class size: 3 people / approx. 80 mins.)
Advanced 10,000 yen (one-on-one instruction only / approx. 60 mins.)
Type of Flute Used in Class:
Please bring a roppon-choshi (#6) nanako utamono (song type) shinobue. If you don’t have one, you can borrow one for the duration of the lesson for no extra charge. (Please ask for advice at your first lesson if you wish to purchase a shinobue.)
Teaching Materials:
Will be provided.
Notes:
*One-on-one lessons also available for beginners and intermediate students.
*For one-on-one lessons, you can play any scale (number) of utamono flute.
*Please choose your own class level for your first lesson, then let Motofumi Yamaguchi decide which class best suits your skills once he has heard you play.
Venue Access:
15-min. walk from the Bandai Exit of JR Niigata Stn. (Parking available)
Venue Address:
3-18 Nagamine-machi, Chuo Ward, Niigata City
Inquiries & Reservations:
Fugetsusha (M. & H. Yamaguchi) Email: fugetsusha@gmail.com Fax. 050-3737-6305
*Please do not contact the venue, Kanbara Shrine, with workshop inquiries or to make reservations.
Apr 10 (Mon), 2017 / Last updated : Jul 31 (Mon), 2017 admin01 Kodo Performances

Kodo “Spirited Summer” Japan Tour

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In 2016, Kodo presented the premier performances of “Spirited Summer” at Asakusa Public Hall in Tokyo. This summer, we are pleased to announce the return of this fervent production, which will embark on its first tour throughout Japan in July with a new programme and cast.

Appearing:

Motofumi Yamaguchi, Eiichi Saito, Tsuyoshi Maeda, Yosuke Kusa, Maya Minowa, Akiko Ando, Koki Miura, Ryoma Tsurumi, Kengo Watanabe, Tomoe Miura, et al.

Kodo Blog | Spirited Summer

Apr 10 (Mon), 2017 / Last updated : Jun 27 (Tue), 2017 admin01 Kodo Performances

Kodo Premium Concert “An Invitation from Tamasaburo Bando into the World of Kodo”

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Kodo Premium Concert “An Invitation from Tamasaburo Bando into the World of Kodo”

Join us for a unique Kodo performance featuring a live commentary by Kabuki luminary Tamasaburo Bando, whose vision has influenced our creative activities for many years. The audience will hear behind-the-scenes stories from the creation of our latest repertoire and learn the secrets behind our ever-evolving performances. Join us for this special journey deep into the world of Kodo with Tamasaburo Bando as your guide.

Note: Commentary will be in Japanese only.

Commentary:

Tamasaburo Bando

Performance:

Kodo

Kodo Blog | An Invitation from Tamasaburo Bando into the World of Kodo

Apr 10 (Mon), 2017 / Last updated : May 8 (Mon), 2017 admin01 Kodo Performances

Kodo Sado Island Performances in Shukunegi (2017)

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This spring, we are pleased to present our annual performance series on Sado Island for the sixth consecutive year. Join us at the newly restored Shukunegi Community Hall to enjoy a captivating Kodo performance directed by Tomohiro Mitome.

Director:

Tomohiro Mitome

Performers:

Yoshikazu Fujimoto, Chieko Kojima, Motofumi Yamaguchi, Tomohiro Mitome, Yoshie Abe, Akiko Ando, Chie Yamawaki

Note: Two unique events will be held in conjunction with these performances. Details are available on our Japanese website or by contacting Sado Island Taiko Centre.
*May 5 (Fri) 19:00 Fukaura Schoolhouse Dinner & Stay for Kodo no Kai Members
*May 6 (Sat) 9:30–13:00 Experience Traditional Rice Planting
Inquiries & Reservations: Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatakokan) Email: info@sadotaiken.jp

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Kodo Sado Island Performances in Shukunegi (2017)

Apr. 29 (Sat/Public Hol.)–May 6 (Sat), 2017 Shukunegi Community Hall, Ogi Peninsula, Sado Is., Niigata

Start:
Apr. 29 (Sat/Public Hol.) 14:30
Apr. 30 (Sun) 11:00 **
May 1 (Mon) No performance
May 2 (Tue) No performance
May 3 (Wed/Public Hol.) 14:30
May 4 (Thu/Public Hol.) 11:00, 14:30 (2 performances)
May 5 (Fri/Public Hol.) 11:00, 14:30 (2 performances)
May 6 (Sat) 14:30
*Doors open 30 mins. before each performance. Running time is approx. one hour.
**On Apr. 30, there will be a private performance at 14:30 (TBC).
Advance:
Adults 3,500 yen, Children (ages 4–11) 1,500 yen
[Kodo no Kai Member Price] Adults 3,000 yen, Children (ages 4–11) 1,000 yen
[Group Discount] 10% off each ticket for orders of 10 tickets or more
[Sado Resident Early-bird Discount] Adults 3,200 yen, Children (ages 4–11) 1,200 yen
Early-bird tickets are available Mar. 1 (Wed)—Mar. 31 (Fri) for people who live &/or work on Sado Island.
Note: Tickets for Kodo no Kai members, groups and Sado residents are only available at Kodo Ticket Service and Sado Island Taiko Centre.
At-the-door:
Adults 3,800 yen, Children (ages 4–11) 1,800 yen
Seating Details:
All free seating. (Capacity: Approx. 150 people per performance)
Ticket Availability:
Tickets on sale from Mar. 1 (Wed), 2017
Ticket Outlets:
For assistance in English, please contact Kodo Ticket Service (Email: ticket@kodo.or.jp)
Kodo Ticket Service Tel. 0259-86-2330 (Mon–Fri, 9:30–17:00)
Kodo Ticket Service Reservation Site https://piagettii.e-get.jp/kodo/pt/ (Japanese website)
e+ (e-plus) http://eplus.jp (Japanese website)
JR East Japan View Plaza
Amusement Sado Tel. 0259-52-2001 (Tue.—Fri. 9:30—17:00)
Sado Island Taiko Centre Tel. 0259-86-2320 (Tue.—Sun. 9:30—17:00)
Venue Access:
3-min. walk from “Shukunegi” bus stop on the Niigata Kotsu Sado Ogi Line.
By car: Approx. 15 mins. from Ogi Port, 45 mins. from Akadomari Port, 75 mins. from Ryotsu Port. 10-min. drive from Sado Island Taiko Centre (Tatakokan).
Inquiries:
Kodo Cultural Foundation Tel. 0259-81-4100 Email: zaidan@kodo.or.jp
May 5 (Fri), 2017 / Last updated : May 6 (Sat), 2017 admin01 News

Member Notices (Mitsunaga Matsuura, Narumi Matsuda, Koji Miyagi, Miki Yanagisawa)

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In April 2017, Kodo Junior Member Koji Miyagi became a member of the Kodo staff. Also, we have welcomed another new staff member this month, Miki Yanagisawa.

Kitamaesen staff members Mitsunaga Matsuura and Narumi Matsuda will leave the company at the end of August 2017. While their remaining time with us is short, they will continue their dedicated work for Kodo right up until August 31. We would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank everyone for supporting their activities with Kodo to date.

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