Archive for September 23rd, 2011

Romantic And Traditional Japanese Koto Music

The Japanese koto is a large wooden stringed instrument. It looks curved, and very simple. It’s played with picks worn on the fingers, similar to those used in playing the guitar. The pressure of the pics, combined with unique hand movements that press on the other strings make a very unique sound. According to historians, [...]

Friday, September 23rd, 2011