Yasuaki Shimizu embarks on his first North American tour, starting at National Sawdust, featuring music from Nam June Paik's 'Bye Bye Kipling'. Shimizu, who last performed in the U.S. in the 1970s, will showcase his diverse musical output, including scores for films and a blend of genres from classical to fusion boogie. This tour serves as both a career retrospective and a cultural statement, reflecting his role in uniting Eastern and Western music. Despite his acclaim in Japan, many of his works remain out of print in the U.S.
Nam June Paik's 'Bye Bye Kipling' features Yasuaki Shimizu, whose North American tour showcases his fusion of Eastern and Western music, challenging cultural boundaries.
Yasuaki Shimizu's North American tour, starting at National Sawdust, marks his return to the U.S. after decades, offering audiences a wide-ranging experience of his music.
The collaboration between Yasuaki Shimizu, Ryuichi Sakamoto, and Nam June Paik symbolizes a meeting of cultures, aiming to dissolve the barriers expressed by Kipling's famous line.
Despite being an admired figure in Japan, Shimizu's music remains relatively obscure in the U.S., making this retrospective tour a significant opportunity for American audiences.
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