The Tsugaru-shamisen is a three-strings instrument played in Tsugaru district. It can play out rhythm and melody, high and low pitches all at once. Traditionally it is used to accompany a singer, but Kaze introduces a group performance as a suite into the traditional presentation and thus has attracted many from the younger generation that does not usually listen to traditional music. The troupe members are top-ranked players including the winners in several national contests.
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