Sumie Kaneko | Koto | Shamisen | voice

Tsukumai performs “Five and Thirteen are Prime Numbers”

by sumiekaneko  •  November 17, 2013  •  4659 Views  •  0 Comments

The ensemble Tsukumai performs Sumie Kaneko's original composition “Five and Thirteen are Prime Numbers.” This intricate work for koto and shamisen ensemble explores asymmetrical rhythmic cycles — five and thirteen beats — drawn from both Japanese ma (間) aesthetics and contemporary minimalist composition. The piece showcases Sumie's unique voice as a composer at the intersection of traditional Japanese music and experimental jazz.

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