Nanae Yoshimura is a distinguished Japanese koto player, renowned for her masterful technique and deep understanding of the instrument's history and literature. Known for her virtuosity on the koto, she has dedicated her life to both preserving traditional Japanese music and pushing the boundaries of what the instrument can do through contemporary compositions.

Yoshimura's work often bridges the gap between past and present, as reflected in her series "The Art of the Koto," which encompasses a range of pieces from classical works of the Edo period to modern compositions. Her versatility is showcased in albums such as "The Art of the Koto, Vol. 4: Works by Miki and Yoshimatsu", where she performs intricate works by eminent Japanese composers. "Voices Phantasma, Flame (Music for 20 Stringed-Koto)" is an example of her exploration into the extended techniques and sonorities of the koto. In performances and recordings such as "Nanae" and "Subaru", she displays not only her technical skill but also her expressive musicality. By participating in collaborations and transcriptions for koto trio, as in "Ravel, Bach & Others: Chamber Works (Arr. for Koto Trio)", Yoshimura has contributed to a greater global appreciation and understanding of the koto as a versatile and compelling musical instrument.

Genres

Japanese Traditional

Koto

Latest Release

The Art of the Koto, Vol. 4: Works by Miki and Yoshimatsu

Nanae Yoshimura

Album - 7 Tracks - Released October 10, 2010