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Perspectives in the Arts and Humanities Asia
Abstract
Excerpt: The experience of navigating deeply held cultural values in the process of composing a new piece was transformative. I realized not only that working with traditional musicians was a culturally sensitive process but that, in order to achieve true “confluence,” I must develop my own knowledge of their living tradition and cultural heritage. I also learned the value of developing strong relationships with the musicians. With their trust, I might inspire them to reach outside of their comfort zones to attempt something new and innovative. After establishing such mutual respect, I believe that the composer and performers can simultaneously share both a reverence for the tradition and an excitement for new possibilities inherent within the tradition.
Recommended Citation
Nakano, Koji PH.D.
(2019)
"The Making of Worldscape through Collaborative Composition,"
Perspectives in the Arts and Humanities Asia: Vol. 9:
No.
1, Article 4.
Available at:
https://archium.ateneo.edu/paha/vol9/iss1/4
