Unknown Mirrors

Miyama McQueen-Tokita-koto

Ryan Williams - recorders

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UNKNOWN MIRRORS is the unexpected combination of koto (Japanese zither) and recorder.  The two ancient instruments produce an utterly unique sound world based on original compositions and masterful improvisations._cc781905-5cde-3194-bb3b- 136bad5cf58d_ In 2019 their first album was launched in Japan, followed by a performance at the 2020 Peninsula Summer Music Festival in the Mornington Peninsula. Their performance is sometimes energetic and upbeat, sometimes blissful and embracing, with an array of influences including contemporary classical, folk , alternative pop, traditional Japanese and Baroque.  The result is both fresh and familiar to the contemporary ear, whilst reflecting the history, culture and tradition of the instruments.

 

Unknown Mirrors

A duo with a unique combination of koto and recorder. Two traditional musical instruments create a sound world never heard before through original music and improvisation. Their performances produce music that is sometimes energetic and light, sometimes beautiful and comfortable, and their influences span a wide range of genres, including contemporary music, folk, indie pop, Japanese music, and baroque. Their music, fresh yet somehow nostalgic, simultaneously reflects the history, culture and tradition of the instrument. In 2019, he released his first album “Your Ten Is My Twelve” in Japan, and in 2020, he performed at the Peninsula Summer Music Festival in Australia.

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Album Your Ten Is My Twelve on sale now:

https://unknownmirrors.bandcamp.com/

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