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Crossing Borders 2024

Esplanade Presents

Music

KotoKottoN

(Singapore)

10 Sep 2024, Tue, 7.15pm & 8.15pm

30mins

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade Concourse

Free
Synopsis Artist Information Date & Time
Synopsis

Audiences can look forward to experiencing the Japanese version of the zither, which originated from the guzheng, and hearing the differences in timbre and music composition style.

 

This performance will feature Japanese classical and contemporary music by renowned koto masters Michio Miyagi and Sawai Tadao. They will also be playing Japanese folk songs like Sakura Sakura, and a traditional koto piece composed 350 years ago.

Advisory:

No tickets will be issued. Seats are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Language: English
Things to Note:
Accessibility Advisory: We provide a range of access services and relaxed performances for patrons with access needs. For wheelchair-accessible seats, please call Esplanade Customer Experience at 6828 8377 for assistance. Concessions for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) and up to one accompanying companion are available. | View our accessibility guide
Artist Information

KotoKottoN

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Founded in 2009 by Ms Kitai Saeko, KotoKotton is a koto ensemble based in Singapore that holds weekly practices, even during university holidays. Ms Kitai, a Japanese language teacher at the Centre for Language Studies at the National University of Singapore (NUS), is also a qualified teacher from the Sawai Koto School (沢井箏曲院). The ensemble includes dedicated and passionate members both from NUS and beyond, and their dynamic repertoire comprises of both traditional and contemporary compositions. KotoKotton regularly participates in various cultural and private events.

Date & Time

10 Sep 2024, Tue

7.15pm

Esplanade Concourse

8.15pm

Esplanade Concourse
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