Core Kyoto S4E6 - Traditional Musical Instruments: Eternal Tones Waft Through the Ancient Capital
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The world's oldest orchestral music, gagaku was imported from mainland China in ancient times. The melody is not based on a scale, yet the tunes are gentle, unmetered tones of continuous notes. The shakuhachi flute is a Buddhist instrument that brings enlightenment. The koto zither was much loved among the ancient aristocracy. The guitar-like shamisen entertains banquet guests in the flower districts. Discover the eternal tunes that harmonized the musical instruments' nature with human emotions.
Released | Feb 28, 2013 |
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Runtime | 28min |
Genre | Documentary |
Actor | Gary Tegler |
Director | N/A |
Production | NHK |