As we spend more time at home, many of us may find ourselves watching YouTube for several hours before we know it.
So this time, we will be introducing 3 performances by top overseas mandolinists that you can enjoy on YouTube !
The quality of performances by top players is a must-listen.
Enjoy beyond the boundaries of genres such as classical, bluegrass , and jazz!
①Hamilton de Holanda
Amilton de Holland, Brazil's top player.
He uses a 10-string, 5-course bandolin ( mandolin in South America), and is considered a leading expert in that field.
He is known for his performance that combines the Brazilian music of choro and jazz, and his transcendental technique will shock the listeners!
②Chris Thile Chris Thile
Chris Thiley is a mandolinist representing the United States , the home of the flat mandolin .
Although he is a bluegrass musician, his style that incorporates elements of jazz and classical music is extremely popular.
The video is a duo with bassist Edgar Mayer.
Enjoy the performance of top-class mandolin and contrabass players!
③Avi Avital Avi Avital
Lastly, we will introduce Avi Avital, who is popular among Japanese mandolin fans!
Born in Israel , he is also a well-known Grammy- nominated mandolinist.
He has performed multiple times in Japan, and in 2018 he performed with the Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra .
The distinctive instrument is the work of Israeli luthier Arik Kerman. Many Israeli players seem to use this instrument.
What did you think?
It may not be a genre that Japanese mandolin fans are very familiar with, but that's why I hope it will surprise and move you even a little.
Until the end Thank you for reading!
Author: Ken Natori
