Exhibit
Japan
Japanese music reflects the country's deep connection to nature and spirituality. From the meditative sounds of the shakuhachi to the powerful rhythms of taiko drums, Japanese music encompasses both traditional forms and modern innovations.
Exhibit copy
Japanese music reflects the country's deep connection to nature and spirituality. From the meditative sounds of the shakuhachi to the powerful rhythms of taiko drums, Japanese music encompasses both traditional forms and modern innovations.
Historical context
Japanese music reflects the country's deep connection to nature and spirituality. From the meditative sounds of the shakuhachi to the powerful rhythms of taiko drums, Japanese music encompasses both traditional forms and modern innovations. Leading documented genres in this exhibit include Gagaku, Shakuhachi, Taiko, J-Pop.
Specimen note
The shakuhachi was originally used by Zen monks as a spiritual tool, not just a musical instrument.
Genres
- Gagaku
- Shakuhachi
- Taiko
- J-Pop