Preparing for Koto Concert

The concerts of the koto have various styles.

Sometimes, it is held by a small number of people.

And sometimes, we play just only one piece of music with over ten people.

Especially in a large-scale concert, a lot of performers gather as many as the number of songs.

And in such case, almost all players bring their own Koto for the stage.

Furthermore, all Kotos and their formation are changed for each song.

Can you imagine what happens, can’t you?

I’m sure you will be confused because you don’t know whose Koto it is.

To avoid this risk, all players have to prepare their own instruments before the concert.

Specifically, they must write their name in a determined style on their Koto, all Kotoji (each 13 pieces) and the bag for carrying them.

In such a large concert, one player plays only one song in many cases.

It only takes just a few minutes.

For the purpose of such a short time, the player always practices, rehearse and prepare.

You know a lot of people are also needed besides the performers to make one concert.

Such as producer, those who carry and set the Koto, Lighting technician, PA engineer and so on.

How many people are involved in only one concert!

I want you to enjoy this valuable great time.