Christopher Yohmei Blasdel Tickets

Christopher Yohmei Blasdel is a distinguished shakuhachi player, composer, and author whose work bridges traditional Japanese music and contemporary improvisation. Trained in Japan under Living National Treasure Goro Yamaguchi, Blasdel earned the shihan license in 1984 and has since built a diverse discography spanning meditative solo pieces, cross-genre collaborations, and scholarly writings on jiuta lyrics.

His career blends performance, pedagogy, and literary contribution. He is recognized for advancing shakuhachi language through sound and text, including his English-language resource Jiuta Sōkyoku Lyrics and Explanations (Routledge, 2024). We’ve got you covered for upcoming appearances, recordings, and essential background on his artistic trajectory.

Upcoming appearances include a performance at UH Mānoa in Honolulu, and engagements at prominent shakuhachi events such as the World Shakuhachi Festival in Texas. Additional Hawaii appearances and Maui engagements are planned. Whether you’re new to shakuhachi or a longtime follower, secure your seats for intimate performances that showcase Blasdel’s mastery of breath, timbre, and quiet intensity.

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