Christopher Yohmei and Zenpo Simura who played together at Chihan-an in 2009 for the 3rd Chihan Art Project, recently were in Prague to perform in European Shakuhachi Festival 2010.
They gave several concerts from August 26~31 and also tought master classes of the students from different part of the globe during the period. This is annual international shakuhachi festival held in Plague which began 8 years ago and Christopher has been very active as senior artistic director.
For the detail of ESF, please visit
http://www.komuso.cz/en/festival
Showing posts with label The Third Chihan Art Project. Show all posts
Showing posts with label The Third Chihan Art Project. Show all posts
Sep 8, 2010
Oct 10, 2009
02-1_ Myôan Taizan Style Honkyoku: Takiochi
SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
Takiotoshi, (The Waterfall) is one of the thematic pieces for today’s concert. SIMURA Zenpo Satosi performs this old version with a ji-nashi (no lacquer in the inner bore) shakuhachi, a simply made instrument without the resilient urushi lacquer coating on the inside bore.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
Takiotoshi, (The Waterfall) is one of the thematic pieces for today’s concert. SIMURA Zenpo Satosi performs this old version with a ji-nashi (no lacquer in the inner bore) shakuhachi, a simply made instrument without the resilient urushi lacquer coating on the inside bore.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
02-2_Myôan Taizan Style Honkyoku: Takiochi
SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
Takiotoshi, (The Waterfall) is one of the thematic pieces for today’s concert. SIMURA Zenpo Satosi performs this old version with a ji-nashi (no lacquer in the inner bore) shakuhachi, a simply made instrument without the resilient urushi lacquer coating on the inside bore.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
Takiotoshi, (The Waterfall) is one of the thematic pieces for today’s concert. SIMURA Zenpo Satosi performs this old version with a ji-nashi (no lacquer in the inner bore) shakuhachi, a simply made instrument without the resilient urushi lacquer coating on the inside bore.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
03-1_Kinko Style Honkyoku: Takiotoshi no Kyoku
Christopher Yohmei
This version, from the more refined Kinko style, differs considerably from the previous Myôan version and is played on a modern shakuhachi with the inner bore coated in urushi lacquer. The difference is a brighter, more penetrating sound.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
This version, from the more refined Kinko style, differs considerably from the previous Myôan version and is played on a modern shakuhachi with the inner bore coated in urushi lacquer. The difference is a brighter, more penetrating sound.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
03-2_Kinko Style Honkyoku: Takiotoshi no Kyoku
Christopher Yohmei
This version, from the more refined Kinko style, differs considerably from the previous Myôan version and is played on a modern shakuhachi with the inner bore coated in urushi lacquer. The difference is a brighter, more penetrating sound.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
This version, from the more refined Kinko style, differs considerably from the previous Myôan version and is played on a modern shakuhachi with the inner bore coated in urushi lacquer. The difference is a brighter, more penetrating sound.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
03-3_Kinko Style Honkyoku: Takiotoshi no Kyoku
Christopher Yohmei
This version, from the more refined Kinko style, differs considerably from the previous Myôan version and is played on a modern shakuhachi with the inner bore coated in urushi lacquer. The difference is a brighter, more penetrating sound.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
This version, from the more refined Kinko style, differs considerably from the previous Myôan version and is played on a modern shakuhachi with the inner bore coated in urushi lacquer. The difference is a brighter, more penetrating sound.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
05_Taizôkai
composed and performed by Christopher Yohmei
The Taizôkai is one of two seminal mandalas used in the esoteric (mikkyô) sect of Shingon Buddhism. A central figure (Dainichi Nyorai) is surrounded by 12 radiating sections, each filled with various Buddhist deities. When Yohmei first saw this mandala, as a young man, he experienced the repeated images as tones; each one a reflection of the other and the total mandala as a composition reflecting the self. This piece is performed on a modern ji-nashi shakuhachi.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
The Taizôkai is one of two seminal mandalas used in the esoteric (mikkyô) sect of Shingon Buddhism. A central figure (Dainichi Nyorai) is surrounded by 12 radiating sections, each filled with various Buddhist deities. When Yohmei first saw this mandala, as a young man, he experienced the repeated images as tones; each one a reflection of the other and the total mandala as a composition reflecting the self. This piece is performed on a modern ji-nashi shakuhachi.
at "Chihan'an", Izu-Oohito, Shizuoka, Japan on 3/October/2009
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
Oct 8, 2009
Christopher Yohmei Blasdel comments
Christopher Yohmei Blasdel comments on the concert.
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
Oct 3, 2009
Today's program
1. Yobitake Uketake SIMURA Zenpo Satosi & Christopher Yohmei
Two komusô meet on the street corner, each one has taken a vow of silence. They greet each other through sound.
2. Myôan Taizan Style Honkyoku: Takiochi SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
Takiotoshi, (The Waterfall) is one of the thematic pieces for today’s concert. SIMURA Zenpo Satosi performs this old version with a ji-nashi (no lacquer in the inner bore) shakuhachi, a simply made instrument without the resilient urushi lacquer coating on the inside bore.
3. Kinko Style Honkyoku: Takiotoshi no Kyoku Christopher Yohmei
This version, from the more refined Kinko style, differs considerably from the previous Myôan version and is played on a modern shakuhachi with the inner bore coated in urushi lacquer. The difference is a brighter, more penetrating sound.
4. Kinko Style Honkyoku: Shika no Tohne SIMURA Zenpo Satosi & Yohmei
Shika no Tohne (The Distant Cry of the Deer) is one of the most famous of all shakuhachi pieces. Composed as a duet, it programmatically depicts two deer, male and female, calling out to each other in the through the Autumn forest.
*** 15 minute intermission ***
5. Taizôkai composed and performed by Christopher Yohmei
The Taizôkai is one of two seminal mandalas used in the esoteric (mikkyô) sect of Shingon Buddhism. A central figure (Dainichi Nyorai) is surrounded by 12 radiating sections, each filled with various Buddhist deities. When Yohmei first saw this mandala, as a young man, he experienced the repeated images as tones; each one a reflection of the other and the total mandala as a composition reflecting the self. This piece is performed on a modern ji-nashi shakuhachi.
6. Kokû SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
This old honkyoku is one of the most sacred in the shakuhachi repertory and is performed on various historical intstruments by SIMURA Zenpo Satosi .
Oct 2, 2009
Information about the live broadcast
Today we are streaming the live concert from Chihan'an.
For those of you who cannot attend the concert because of the limitations of time or distance, please log onto the site listed below. The visual and sound quality may be a bit diminished, but we hope you enjoy the concert! The concert will be streamed live and then archived for a period of 48 hours. Please have a look and enjoy the music! The concert begins at 4 PM, Japan Standard Time.
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/chihan-art-project
Aug 23, 2009
Aug 2, 2009
The Third Chihan Art Project
Edo Shakuhachi—Transcending Time & Space
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
This concert, taking place in an elegant 201 year old Izu townhouse, will feature Edo period honkyoku, performed on both modern and period instruments. The program also features a contemporary composition in the deep meditative style of traditional honkyoku.
Performers:
SIMURA Zenpo Satosi (Shakuhachi performer, Professor, Osaka University of Arts)
Christopher Yohmei Blasdel (shakuhachi performer, Artistic Director, The International House of Japan, Inc.)
Date & Time: Saturday, Oct. 3rd, 2009
Doors open at 3:30 PM, Concert begins at 4 PM.
Place: Chihan’an (an authentic example of traditional townhouse in the Izu Penninsula, built over 200 years ago. Seven minute walk from Oohito Station about 2 hours from Tokyo. Detailed instructions and map will be sent to those who make a reservation).
Admission: Advanced reservations ¥3000, At the door, ¥3300 (students receive a ¥1000 discount from the above prices).
Sponsored by: Chihan Art Project (Nobuko Awaya, Sayuri Toki, Ei’ichiro Iwasa)
Supported by: The City of Izunokuni
Inquiries & Reservations: chihan.project@gmail.com Tel:090-8360-9766
A Reception will follow the concert.
Blog address: Chihan Art Project (English) http://chihanartproject.blogspot.com/
Chihan Art Project (Japanese)http://d.hatena.ne.jp/chihan_project_jpn/
Program:
Yobitake Uketake, SIMURA Zenpo Satosi & Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Myôan Taizan Style honkyoku: Takiochi, SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
Kinko Style honkyoku: Takiotoshi no Kyoku Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Kinko Style honkyoku: Shika no Tohne, SIMURA Zenpo Satosi & Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Taizôkai, composed and performed by Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Kokû, Performed on various historical instruments by SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
© IWASA Eiichiro, Chihan Art Project
This concert, taking place in an elegant 201 year old Izu townhouse, will feature Edo period honkyoku, performed on both modern and period instruments. The program also features a contemporary composition in the deep meditative style of traditional honkyoku.
Performers:
SIMURA Zenpo Satosi (Shakuhachi performer, Professor, Osaka University of Arts)
Christopher Yohmei Blasdel (shakuhachi performer, Artistic Director, The International House of Japan, Inc.)
Date & Time: Saturday, Oct. 3rd, 2009
Doors open at 3:30 PM, Concert begins at 4 PM.
Place: Chihan’an (an authentic example of traditional townhouse in the Izu Penninsula, built over 200 years ago. Seven minute walk from Oohito Station
Admission: Advanced reservations ¥3000, At the door, ¥3300 (students receive a ¥1000 discount from the above prices).
Sponsored by: Chihan Art Project (Nobuko Awaya, Sayuri Toki, Ei’ichiro Iwasa)
Supported by: The City of Izunokuni
Inquiries & Reservations: chihan.project@gmail.com Tel:090-8360-9766
A Reception will follow the concert.
Blog address: Chihan Art Project (English) http://chihanartproject.blogspot.com/
Chihan Art Project (Japanese)http://d.hatena.ne.jp/chihan_project_jpn/
Program:
Yobitake Uketake, SIMURA Zenpo Satosi & Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Myôan Taizan Style honkyoku: Takiochi, SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
Kinko Style honkyoku: Takiotoshi no Kyoku Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Kinko Style honkyoku: Shika no Tohne, SIMURA Zenpo Satosi & Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Taizôkai, composed and performed by Christopher Yohmei Blasdel
Kokû, Performed on various historical instruments by SIMURA Zenpo Satosi
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