Traditional Japanese Vocal & Instrumental Music

Although recorded more than two decades ago, this is an excellent album for any lover of classical Japanese music to have. In small chamber ensembles, the members of Ensemble Nipponia prove themselves true masters of their craft, and weave an intricate tapestry of sound for the listener.

Each piece is performed with exacting instrumental (and in one case vocal) technique combined with sensitive interpretation, making for a truly enjoyable musical experience. Drawn from the classical repertoire of both court and theater, the eight-piece program creates a good balance between the contemplative and the energetic, the gentle and the forceful. It also does a good job of representing a wide variety of traditional forms, while still maintaining a sense of continuity.





1. Kumoi Jishi - Kohachiro Miyata
2. Ozatsuma - Hirokazu Sugiura
3. Ogi No Mato ('The Folding Fan as a Target') - Ayako Handa
4. Edo Lullaby - Kohachiro Miyata, Hirokazu Sugiura, Ayako Handa, Keiko Nosaka, Sachiko Miyamoto, Minoru Miki
5. Godanginuta - Keiko Nosaka, Sachiko Miyamoto
6. Esashi Oiwake ('Esashi Pack-horseman's Song') - Kohachiro Miyata
7. Mushi No Aikata ('Insect Interlude') - Hirokazu Sugiura
8. Azuma Jishi ('Azuma Lion Dance') - Ayako Handa, Kohachiro Miyata, Hirokazu Sugiura, Keiko Nosaka

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