Thursday, June 11
6:00 - 7:30 p.m. ET (5:00-6:30 CT)
Strings Revolution: History and Music of Shamisen and Geisha
Dr. Yuko Eguchi Wright, Department of East Asian Languages and Literatures, University of Pittsburgh
In the mid-1500s, the soundscapes of Japan dramatically changed because of the introduction of a three-stringed instrument—the shamisen. This presentation covers the historical background of shamisen and its music, particularly focusing on the songs practiced among geisha. It includes a demonstration and virtual hands-on session of shamisen songs.
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