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Shamisen
The shamisen is a Japanese three-stringed instrument with a square body that produces bright, percussive tones. It's central to Japanese traditional music and has a distinctive sound.
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Overview
The shamisen is a Japanese three-stringed instrument with a square body that produces bright, percussive tones. It's central to Japanese traditional music and has a distinctive sound.
Cultural Context
Central to Japanese traditional music, representing the soul of Japanese culture
Famous Players
Yoshida Brothers
Hiromitsu Agatsuma
Kineya Seiichi
Fun Fact
The shamisen has three strings and is played with a large pick called a bachi.
Quick Facts
Origin
Japan
Era
Central to Japanese traditional music, representing the soul of Japanese culture
Difficulty
Advanced
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