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Scroll through the list below for music books and other accessories.
Items are shipped from California. At this time, items can only be shipped to U.S. destinations.
Music
Books
| The Koto Gig Book (PDF eBook only)  |
New Second Edition! "The Koto Gig Book" offers koto players a step-by-step guide to the world of gigging. This book is loaded with information about every aspect of live koto performance: the good, the bad, and the ugly! It covers everything from how to get and prepare for gigs, to attire, etiquette, contracts, and -- most importantly -- payment! Whether you are brand new to the gigging world or a seasoned performer, this book contains valuable information about all types of gigs from concerts to background music, including weddings.Just $9.99 through June 11, 2023! |
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Classical Wedding Music for Solo Koto |
Now Available - Japanese Numbering Edition! Arranged by Reiko Obata, 12 solos for Koto. This first-ever collection of classical wedding music for solo koto is appropriate for prelude, ceremony and reception music, and may also be used for other occasions. Available in Western notation or with Japanese numbering on a Western staff. Songs: $18.00 for US shipping |
| Sound of Kiri & Returning Song  |
NEW!! "Sound of Kiri" and "Returning Song," two pieces for solo koto composed by Reiko Obata. In Japanese notation on Western staff. Songs: $10.00 for US shipping |
Return to the Sea & Furin |
NEW!! "Return to the Sea" and "Furin (Wind Chimes)," two pieces for solo koto composed by Reiko Obata. In Japanese notation on Western staff. Songs: $10.00 for US shipping |
| Classical Wedding Duets for Koto & Solo Instrument, Vol. 2  |
Arranged by Reiko Obata, 12 Classical Wedding Duets for Koto and Flute, Violin or Other C Instrument arranged by Reiko Obata. This first volume contains 12 wedding standards appropriate for prelude, ceremony and reception music, most of which can also be used for other occasions. Designed for players of all levels. All pieces in Western notation with string numbers. Includes separate performance parts for the solo instrument. Songs: $18.00 for US shipping |
Easy Japanese Music for Koto |
Arranged by Reiko Obata, 15 easy Japanese songs for the beginner. In Western notation with string numbers. Songs: $20.00 for eBook with listening files $18.00 for spiral bound book with US shipping $28.00 for spiral bound book with listening files and US shipping |
Easy Popular Music for Koto |
Arranged by Reiko Obata, 15 easy popular songs for the beginner. In Western notation with string numbers. Songs: $20.00 for eBook with listening files $18.00 for spiral bound book with US shipping $28.00 for spiral bound book with listening files and US shipping |
Classical Wedding Duets for Koto & Solo Instrument |
Arranged by Reiko Obata, 12 Classical Wedding Duets for Koto and Flute, Violin or Other C Instrument arranged by Reiko Obata. This first volume contains 12 wedding standards appropriate for prelude, ceremony and reception music, most of which can also be used for other occasions. Designed for players of all levels. All pieces in Western notation with string numbers. Includes separate performance parts for the solo instrument. Songs: $18.00 for US shipping |
Christmas Songs for Koto |
2ND Edition!! Updated, easier-to-read formatting! Arranged by Reiko Obata, 15 songs for the season in Western notation with string numbers. Songs: Auld Lang Syne, Bring A Torch Jeannette Isabella, Carol of the Bells, Dona Nobis Pacem, First Noel, God Rest You Merry Gentlemen, Greensleeves, The Holly & The Ivy, I Heard the Bells, It Came Upon a Midnight Clear, Joy to the World, O Tannenbaum, Silent Night, Silver Bells, and Sing We Now of Christmas. $10.00 for eBook $18.00 for US shipping |
Christmas Songs for Koto, Volume II |
Arranged by Reiko Obata, 15 songs for the season in Western notation with string numbers. Songs: Angels We Have Heard on High, Deck the Halls, Good King Winceslas, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, Here We Come A'Wassailing, I Saw Three Ships, Jingle Bells, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Let It Snow, O Come All Ye Faithful, O Sanctissima, Ode to Joy, Sheep May Safely Graze, We Three Kings, and We Wish You a Merry Christmas. $10.00 for eBook $18.00 for US shipping |
Christmas Songs for Koto, Volumes I & II |
Both Christmas Song Books!! Arranged by Reiko Obata, 30 songs for the season in Western notation with string numbers! Songs: Angels We Have Heard on High, Auld Lang Syne, Carol of the Bells, Deck the Halls, First Noel, God Rest You Merry Gentlemen, Greensleeves, Hark! The Herald Angels Sing, The Holly & The Ivy, I Heard the Bells, Jingle Bells, Jolly Old St. Nicholas, Joy to the World, Let It Snow, Silent Night, Silver Bells, Ode to Joy, We Three Kings, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and 11 more! $20.00 for eBook $30.00 for spiral bound book with US shipping |
Funeral & Memorial Service Music for Koto |
Arranged by Reiko Obata, 12 songs for solo koto in
Western notation with string
numbers, appropriate for secular or religious services. Songs: Amazing Grace, Aura Lea, Danny Boy, Dona Nobis Pacem, Largo, Morning Has Broken, Canon, Poor Wayfarin' Stranger, Red Sails, Slane, St. Anthony Chorale, To a Wild Rose. $10.00 for eBook $18.00 for US shipping |
The Koto Player's Reference Manual
(eBook only) |
The first English-language detailed reference manual
for koto players. This 138-page book contains a wide variety of
information including koto technique, Japanese music terms and
notation, and how to decipher a Japanese koto score. For koto players
of all levels, students and teachers alike. $37.95 |
Japanese Melodies for Koto |
Arranged by Reiko Obata, 10 traditional and popular
Japanese melodies for solo koto in Western notation with string numbers. Songs: Akatonbo, Hama Chidori, Imayo, Komoriuta, Kuroda Bushi, Momiji, Sakura, Sukiyaki, Theme from Rokudan, and Usagi. $10.00 for eBook $18.00 for US shipping |
Accessories
Ceramic Koto Picks Set |
Professional ceramic picks (tsume) for koto and bass koto. Made from long-lasting fine ceramic. Standard size. New alternative to ivory and plastic picks that produces a superior sound! Bands not included. $125.00 for US Shipping
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Koto Picks Set
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Koto picks (tsume) for koto and bass koto. Bands not included. $30.00 for US Shipping
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