Music and the Non-Human Concert 3 – Shō

　In the third edition of 'Music and the Non-Human', we present a performance using the shō. This instrument is said to have originated from an ancient Chinese mythological goddess who imitated the cry and shape of a phoenix. It was introduced to Japan around the 8th century and has retained its form to the present day. The performer, Fabio Rambelli, teaches at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and his current research focuses on the history of Gagaku philosophy.

　The first half of the programme will feature classical gagaku pieces such as "Koshiden Gaku" and "Jororo", while the second half will feature contemporary pieces such as “Hour of the Monkey" from Daryl Jamieson's “Descant 1", John Cage's "One9", and the traditional Afro-Brazilian song "Ogunde". This will be a unique opportunity to experience the sound and range of the shō up close and personal.