The shakuhachi flute is a very versatile instrument. It can be used by soloists or members of an ensemble. For more information, please read the following....
A clear guide to suizen, what “Zen shakuhachi” really means, and how to listen or begin practicing respectfully without chasing myths. By Shawn Schroeder The shakuhachi’s sound often feels instantly meditative, even to those unfamiliar with Japanese music. That reaction is natural, but it can also lead...
A clear introduction to how design, bamboo, technique, and spiritual lineage give the shakuhachi its unmistakable voice. By Shawn Schroeder For many listeners, the first encounter with the shakuhachi can feel strikingly different from anything they have heard before. Its sound may seem breathy, dark, flexible, or...
