One of the leading Japanese Koto masters of Japan for over 80 years, Ms. Toshiko Yonekawa was awarded the title of "Living National Treasure" in 1996. Her extreme accuracy of intonation and rhythm has won her numerous awards and citations and she has interpreted the works of her contemporaries with an unmatched beauty of sonority. Presented here are vintage classic recordings of the renowned Kora master performing traditional works and original compositions. All selections newly re-mastered.
11 Lullaby from Itsuki Village (Itsuki No Komoriuta)
12 Kushimoto & Ndash;Bushi
13 Coal Miners' Song (Tanko Bushi)
One of the leading Japanese Koto masters of Japan for over 80 years, Ms. Toshiko Yonekawa was awarded the title of "Living National Treasure" in 1996. Her extreme accuracy of intonation and rhythm has won her numerous awards and citations and she has interpreted the works of her contemporaries with an unmatched beauty of sonority. Presented here are vintage classic recordings of the renowned Kora master performing traditional works and original compositions. All selections newly re-mastered.
