Hi everyone !
(I would like to apologize right away for those of you who are getting this
email more than once.)
In the spirit of the three great International Shakuhachi Festivals that
have gone before, we are very pleased to announce the upcoming Fourth
International Shakuhachi Festival to take place in the Summer of 2004. This
exciting world-class event will be held in the heart of Greenwich Village,
New York City, from July 29 - August 1, 2004, at the brand new Performing
Arts facilities on the campus of New York University.
Please visit the website for this Festival at: www.BigAppleShak.com
There will be more details added to the website in the coming months.
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE Provide a diverse program classes, panel discussions
and concerts for Shakuhachi players of all levels, from the top teachers an=
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performers of all the major schools and styles:
Kinko-Ryu, Tozan-Ryu, ChikuHo-Ryu, Ueda-Ryu, Neza-Sa-Ha (Kinpu-Ryu), as wel=
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as Dokyoku, Myoan (Meian) Style and pieces played by Jin Nyodo. The event
will provide a valuable opportunity for Shakuhachi players in the United
States and around the world, to come together and share experiences and
techniques. We hope to provide a balanced mix of learning and entertainment
for all.
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
- Participation by the top shakuhachi performers, teachers, and makers from
around the world, including both Living National Treasures of the
Shakuhachi- Aoki Reibo Sensei, and Yamamoto Hozan Sensei.
- Panel discussion of female Shakuhachi players followed by a concert of
women players (first time ever!)
- Panel discussion on shakuhachi construction and repair
- Three ongoing simultaneous classrooms, daily teachings in Honkyoku,
Gaikyoku, Minyo, Shinkyoku, Gidaimono, etc.
- Concerts and open-mic performance opportunities
For any further information, please direct all inquiries to Ronnie Nyogetsu
Reishin Seldin, at nyogetsu@nyogetsu.com
Website: www.BigAppleShak.com
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