Composed By, Koto: Michiyo Yagi, Design: Ikue Mori, Executive-Producer: John Zorn, Executive-Producer [Associate Producer]: Kazunori Sugiyama, Mastered By: Allan Tucker, Photography By: Nobuyoshi Araki, Recorded By: Jim Anderson, Labelcode TZA7218.2 (TZ 7218), Recorded At Avatar Studios, Mastered At Foothill Digital, Copyright (c) Tzadik, Phonographic Copyright (p) Tzadik, Glass Mastered At Nimbus
"Shizuku" is a captivating CD release by the acclaimed Japanese koto virtuoso Yagi Michiyo, produced under the renowned avant-garde label Tzadik. This album showcases Yagi's innovative approach to traditional Japanese music, blending it seamlessly with contemporary improvisation and experimental sounds. Her mastery of both 13-string and 21-string kotos allows her to explore new sonic territories, resulting in an evocative listening experience that bridges East and West. Over her career, Yagi Michiyo has collaborated with international artists across genres such as jazz, classical, and electronic music; she is celebrated for pushing the boundaries of what the koto can express. Tzadik Records, founded by John Zorn in New York City, is known worldwide for its dedication to adventurous music spanning jazz, experimental rock, world music and more?making it a perfect home for this groundbreaking project.