Video Gallery
The World of Heike Monogatari
HOUSTON, January 31, 2015 — Asia Society Texas Center hosted Japanese master biwa artist Akiko Sakurai for a solo concert of narrative songs from Japan’s medieval period. Set sparsely on stage with elegant lighting, Sakurai captivated the crowd as they hung on each note. The performance complemented the exhibition Traditions Transfigured: The Noh Masks of Bidou Yamaguchi. (6 min., 34 sec.)