Japan Traditional Bands and Artists
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- Chikujou Ichikawa's Tsugaru Shamisen Ensemble - A "Living National Treasure" and her ensemble. Includes a brief history of Tsugaru shamisen: the instrument and the music.
- Hideki Togi - Gagaku performer - profile.
- Taiko with Toni - Toni Yagami's Japanese Percussion Ensemble features taiko and other music in concert and workshops.
- The Nishikawa Ensemble - Profile of the ensemble, touring schedule, and press reviews.
- Yoko Hiraoka - Koto, Shamisen, Biwa - Performs and teaches music of Japan, including koto, shamisen, biwa, and jiuta voice. Her school, the Koto Music Institute of Colorado, is located near Denver and Boulder.
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