- Koto (instrument) - Wikipedia
The current generation of koto players, such as American performers Reiko Obata and Miya Masaoka, Japanese master Kazue Sawai, and Michiyo Yagi, are finding places for the koto in today's jazz, experimental music and even pop music
- Koto | Japanese, 13-string, zither | Britannica
Koto, long Japanese board zither having 13 silk strings and movable bridges The body of the instrument is made of paulownia wood and is about 190 cm (74 inches) long
- Koto: The Soulful Sounds of Japan’s Ancient Zither
Known for its resemblance to a dragon, the Koto is a long, zither-like instrument with thirteen strings stretched over a hollow body The sound produced by plucking these strings has made the Koto a key feature of Japanese music, from ancient court performances to modern-day compositions
- Koto - Stanford University
The koto’s part in Example 8 is articulated with a two-measure pattern: shizugaki + kozume, which colors certain melodic tones Typically, the two patterns duplicate the melodic tone found on the downbeat of their respective measure
- The Koto: Japans Most Elegant Musical Instrument | Koto Workshop in . . .
Few instruments embody the grace and refinement of Japanese culture quite like the koto (箏) With its long, polished wooden body and shimmering strings, this traditional zither has been the soundtrack to Japan’s history for over a millennium—from imperial courts to modern concert halls
- The Koto’s Legacy: How This Instrument Shaped Japanese Music
As one of the most iconic symbols of Japanese culture, the koto plays a vital role in the country’s musical landscape, bridging ancient traditions with modern interpretations In this article, we will explore the historical origins, structural characteristics, and cultural significance of the koto
- Maps: Tracking Tropical Storm Koto - The New York Times
Koto was a tropical storm in the South China Sea Monday morning Indochina Time, the Joint Typhoon Warning Center said in its latest advisory The New York Times Flash flooding can occur well
- Tropical storm Koto kills at least three in Vietnam - The Hindu
Tropical storm Koto strikes Vietnam, killing three and causing significant damage amid ongoing severe weather and flooding
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