Kyle A.

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Kyle Abbott is a dedicated shamisen player known for his expertise in traditional Japanese music. Founder of Bachido, he promotes shamisen globally through workshops and performances. With a passion for craftsmanship, he creates custom shamisen at his workshop in Santa Cruz, California, inspiring a new generation of players worldwide.

9 Reviews

  1. Review by Richard Curran
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    This has been a fascinating project to work on so far, and has opened my ears to a world of traditional music from the US that I knew probably existed but hadn't as yet explored. Some truly lovely melodies there that very much deserve to be kept alive.
    Kyle's treatment of it all is uniformly wonderful, truly original, and sensitive to the emotive content. Plus he's a real pleasure to work with.
    I shall miss it when we've finished.

  2. Review by Richard Curran
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    Another beautifully structured interpretation of an old folk tune from Kyle, blending traditional instruments from multiple cultures. I can honestly say that the use of glass harmonica in this context is a new one on me, but it works beautifully in these pieces. But the reason these are such a pleasure to do is the clear structural signposting, that really lends itself to arranging for strings. Very emotive stuff.

  3. Review by Richard Curran
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    A delightful reworking of a classic from Kyle with a sensitive treatment and an arrangement that really breathes. His use of unconventional instruments to weave a tapestry of sounds and textures really works. Once again, a real pleasure to work with this man

  4. Review by Richard Curran
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    Another beautiful adaptation of a Scottish folk song from Kyle, with gorgeous instrumentation and well paced structure. All materials presented in first rate order, and communication on point.
    As always, a great pleasure to work with.

  5. Review by Richard Curran
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    A lovely adaptation of a lesser known folk classic. Kyles ability to blend traditional western and oriental instrumentation is amazing and produces a truly unique sound. Beautifully structured and performed. A pleasure to arrange for.

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    Another lovely and truly thoughtful piece from Kyle, with a beautiful arrangement. Perfect for strings and a real pleasure to do.

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    Another delightful take on a traditional Japanese folk song from Kyle. All materials perfectly presented and a very clear brief. Kyle is also a master of his instrument, and this really came through in this piece. A beautifully structured and dramatic epic. As ever, a real pleasure to work with.

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    A really lovely and sensitive treatment of a traditional folk song from Kyle. All materials in perfect order and communication first rate. Also a great sound.
    A pleasure to work with, as always.

  9. Review by Richard Curran
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    A great take on a modern classic from Kyle. Very open to ideas and a great communicator. All materials in first rate order. A real pleasure to work with.