Shakuhachi Master - John Singer
8. KYO REIBO
This is a "Reibo" piece from the Fuke Shu temple called Reizan Myoan-Ji in Kyoto. It was transmitted from Ryuan to Zansui at Kyu Koan in Uji along with "Shizu No Kyoku" and "Yoshiya Reibo".
In the Myoan version of this piece, simplicity is said to be emphasized whereas in the Kinko version there lies the special quality of splendor and grace.
Kyo Reibo is a Takuhatsu (begging) piece. It was named after the city of Kyoto.
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