Soul of Japan
Shamisen and Folksong Concert by Baisho Matsumoto (tentative)
The Japan Foundation, New Delhi will organise a one-night only Shamisen (traditional Japanese strings) and Nagauta (vibrant folk songs) led by Mr. Baisho Matsumoto, a Japanese Shamisen master in New Delhi, Gurgaon, Jaipur and Ahmedabad (tentative) in the month of February 2013.
The Shamisen is a renowned musical instrument from Japan. With its vibrant and clear sound, it is popular not only in Japan but also in abroad.
Join us at this versatile performance "Soul of Japan - Shamisen and Folksong Concert by Baisho Matsumoto" and feel Japan !
Date: Mid-February, 2013
Number of masters: 4 masters (Shamisen, Nagauta, Narimono and Japanese dance)
Visiting cities: New Delhi, Gurgaon, Jaipur and Ahmedabad (tentative)
The Shamisen is a three-stringed traditional musical instrument that produces clear and vibrant sound. It was developed in 15th to 16th century and has been loved by Japanese people. From ancient times, the Shamisen has been played for various types of music, theatre, and even with rock and western music in recent years.
The Nagauta is a collection of resonant folk songs that have been brought down and sung for centuries. Almost every part of Japan has its own folk songs that sing life of people, happiness and sorrow.
About Mr. Baisho Matsumoto
Graduated from Kinki University, he established "Baisho Kai" in 1976. Based in Maehashi City, he has been actively teaching as well as performing the shamisen in various concerts all across Japan and abroad. In 2011, he staged in more than 120 concerts, including his regular concerts in the US and Singapore.
