Search - Ron Berger/Rick Frystak :: Bamboo Flute Lullabies Of Japan

The enchanting tones of the Japanese Shakuhachi bamboo flute,Combined with the Japanese Koto,piano, lush keyboards,classical guitar, rich percussion textures and voice.Nine soothing melodies from the folksong tradition of rural Japan, each individually crafted into exotic, modern arrangements. Beautiful sounds from an ancient culture for the contemporary listener. Based on the melodies of the traditional Japanese lullabye, these songs change mood with each unique arrangement centered around the Shakuhachi. Ranging from a Shakuhachi-Koto duet, or the majestic sounds of strings and a Bhuddist nun's voice, to classical guitar, piano, and moody percussives, the variety of eastern and western instuments combined with lush ambient production delivers a rich, rewarding listening experience. Enjoyable by all, a child to the hippest world music connoiseur, the rich liner notes and striking packaging make this a CD to be treasured.