Intricate Near Eastern Percussion fuses with the jazzy sounds of upright bass and acoustic guitar, providing a framework for the group's musical explorations while koto and flute add texture, punctuating the rhythm with enticing melodies. Blending old with new and East with West, the Ensemble strives to present a new listening experience -- exploring traditions of the past with an ear towards the possibilities of the future.
"...Lively jazz highlighted by the sounds of the koto...The Murasaki Ensemble's acoustic tones combine Eastern and Western influences in a distinct and pleasing way..." (Leslie Katz, The Oakland Tribune, February 1999). 890 Info & Bookings