Discovering The Music Of Japan (1967)
In a beautiful teahouse setting, the historical background and current social role of three major Japanese instruments, the koto, the shamisen and the shakuhachi, are discussed. Includes traditional Japanese singing and playing, with a performance by an ensemble of the instruments.
Director: Bernard Wilets
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 20 min
Release Date: January 1, 1967
Cinematography: Frank Stokes
Production: Film Associates of California
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Bernard Wilets
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Discovering The Music Of Japan about?
- In a beautiful teahouse setting, the historical background and current social role of three major Japanese instruments, the koto, the shamisen and the shakuhachi, are discussed. Includes traditional Japanese singing and playing, with a performance by an ensemble of the instruments.
- Who directed Discovering The Music Of Japan?
- Discovering The Music Of Japan was directed by Bernard Wilets.
- How long is Discovering The Music Of Japan?
- Discovering The Music Of Japan has a runtime of 20m (20 minutes).
- What genre is Discovering The Music Of Japan?
- Discovering The Music Of Japan is a Documentary film.
- Where was Discovering The Music Of Japan produced?
- Discovering The Music Of Japan was produced in United States of America.