World Music Series - April Concert

The Biwa is an ancient Japanese string instrument used for centuries as a musical accompaniment to storytelling.

Ever since the medieval era in Japan, wandering Biwa musicians were the storytellers of their time, catching the imagination of ordinary folk with tales of heroism, love and intrigue.

Yoko Hiraoka, with a slide presentation, brings the stories to life as they have been sung for centuries, with singing voice and a dynamic and expressive biwa accompaniment.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Louisville Center for the Arts, 801 Grant Avenue, Louisville, United States