Koten Honkyoku: Tsuru no Sugomori (Nesting of the Cranes)

Traditional Koten Honkyoku Tsuru no Sugomori (Nesting of the Cranes) 鶴の巣籠 This piece depicts the life of the cranes, from their arrival through the North of Japan (laying of eggs, brooding, joyful hatching, feeding, flight training, etc.), through to their departure with the newborn birds. These migrating birds symbolise the love of parents for their offspring, the cycle of life, and longevity. All the instruments resources of the shakuhachi (tremolos, glissandi, flutter tonguing, irregular vibratos) are used to their full potential in this captivating piece. Thumbnail Photo by CMei Photo 2015