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Ocarina of the Forest Tree/Sound
"Forest Ocarina Itsuki/Oto" is a flute in the original shape of ocarina player Makoto Yasukawa.
Makoto Yasukawa originally traveled around the country singing songs as a folk singer. During that time, I came across the idea of making musical instruments, made wooden flutes, and played them.
By the time I was able to perform with wooden flutes in Taiwan and South Korea, it had been a while since I had tongue cancer.
Six years after living with cancer, this whistle was completed.
The musical instrument called "Ocarina of the Forest Itsuki Oto" (hereafter, Itsuki Oto) was designed and completed by making the best use of the technology we have developed so far.
Itsuki Oto is a small wooden flute that fits comfortably in your hand.15 scales can be produced by combining semitones (nine scales and semitones of the scale from C major to re)
In addition to the unique soft and warm tone that wood possesses, we carefully make use of the warm texture and fragrance of wood.
Her husband, Makoto Yasukawa, passed away shortly after "Itsuki Oto" was completed.
In the eight years since then, I've been able to continue "Itsuki/Oto" with the help of so many people.
The creators, lecturers, and people who cooperate are increasing one by one.A small flute is still able to keep playing like this.
With the help of producers, performers, and customers, "Tree/Oto" has evolved little by little.
Currently, we mainly use "hoe", "cherry blossom" and "aodamo" from Nagano prefecture.Various types of wood such as "maple" and "persimmon" are used to make flutes with distinctive tones, and the flute is evolving day by day as a musical instrument.
We also hold workshops and classes at schools where children can make their own using local wood.Recently, we have developed a flute finished with lacquer using the care of Ichida persimmon from Ina.
In the process, we are taking on new challenges in order to move forward with the cooperation of Kiso lacquer craftsmen.
A small whistle with many possibilities.
By all means, I would appreciate it if you could hold it in your hand and cherish the only flute in the world.
Cherish each story
This tree grew in a warm place.
This tree is a street tree and has been watching over the town.
It's been sleeping in the ground for hundreds of years.
I believe that every tree has its own story and personality.
Akamatsu over 300 years old
For example, this large red pine tree. You can imagine how thick it is compared to the surrounding trees.
The summit of the pass in the Minato district of Okaya City, Nagano Prefecture.
For more than 300 years, it has watched over people's activities at the top of the pass.
The branches of the big tree were twisted under the weight of the heavy snowfall of 2014.
consisting of ``Sanzui'' and ``Canader'', I would like to leave it as an instrument in connection with ``Minato''.
The "Gyotoge no Matsu" flute was born from that thought.
Cherish the "life of the tree" that has lived long before we were born,
I am creating "Ocarina of the Forest Tree Sound" so that "life" is newly breathed into it.
from beginning to end
I would like to use safe materials.
Therefore, we start from cutting down trees.
Walnuts and mulberries, which are abundant in Nagano Prefecture, are like that
There are many trees in Nagano Prefecture that have been cut from the mountains.
It is carefully dried and slowly changes its shape into trees and sounds.
Hand made by craftsmen
At first glance, it is a simple instrument.
But that's why it's a very delicately made instrument.
soft tree. hard tree.
We make each one with care.
Aiming for good instruments
A still new musical instrument, "Ocarina of the Forest Tree Sound".
That's why I believe that "exchange of opinions" between craftsmen is essential to aim for better instruments.
new technology exchange
Exchange of new discoveries
Information sharing
make good friends
Diligently.
"Craftsman study group" aimed at better sound
Occasionally fails
Chosen Flute
The flutes made by the craftsmen are rigorously inspected.
If the tree species changes, the timbre will change.
If the creator changes, the tone changes.
That's why it's fun and very, very difficult.
Such a process.
Chosen Flute
The flutes made by the craftsmen are rigorously inspected.
If the tree species changes, the timbre will change.
If the creator changes, the tone changes.
That's why it's fun and very, very difficult.
Such a process.
Such a one and only one.
To the sound that moved my heart.
A whistle that matches your breath.
For a touch that feels warmth.
I would be very happy if you could meet me.
The adhesive uses "ALTECO", which complies with the Food Sanitation Act.
Line Up
Soprano_S
A tone like the song of a small bird.
Using various tree species, craftsmen carefully create each one by hand to bring out the best of each tree.
The straightness, depth, and extension of the sound, while emphasizing the uniqueness of the wood.
As a musical instrument, I pay attention to stable pitch, good breath balance, and range of expression..
The price varies depending on the tree species and tone.
You can also enjoy the difference in tone and blowing comfort unique to the studio.
Enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime encounter.
《Key 》C
《Price 》10,000 yen (excluding tax)
《 Set contents 》 Fingering chart, sheet music for practice songs, strings
《Size》 Length 8.5 ㎝ / Width 3.7 ㎝
《 coating 》 Oil finish
Baritone_S
A gentle tone like an owl's singing voice.
Using various tree species, craftsmen carefully create each one by hand to bring out the best of each tree.
The timbre emphasizes the individuality of the wood, while giving the sound roundness, depth, and length.
As an instrument, I pay attention to how to breathe, good balance, stable pitch, range of expression, etc.. Compared to the soprano, some people may have the impression that it is difficult to produce sound due to the way they breathe.
Once you get the hang of it, it's easier to produce a soft, expansive sound.
The price varies depending on the tree species and tone.
You can also enjoy the difference in tone and blowing comfort unique to the studio.
《Key 》C
《Price 》From 11,000 yen (excluding tax)
《 Set contents 》 Fingering chart, sheet music for practice songs, strings
《Size》 Length 11 ㎝ / Width 4.7 ㎝
《 coating 》 Oil finish
first time soprano
It has the same range as the soprano, but the size and production method are different.
Basically, there are four types: “Kurumi”, “Sakura”, “Hoe”, and “Aodamo”.
Slightly shorter than the soprano. The shape of the window is the same as the craft kit.
This is an instrument and price model that is easy for first-timers to pick up, with a fixed way of breathing.
Fixed price for all species.
First of all, it is recommended for those who want to blow.
《Key 》C
《Price 》From 5,500 yen (excluding tax)
《 Set contents 》 Fingering chart, sheet music for practice songs, strings
《Size》Height 8 cm
《 coating 》oil finish
first time soprano
It has the same range as the soprano, but the size and production method are different.
Basically, there are four types: “Kurumi”, “Sakura”, “Hoe”, and “Aodamo”.
Slightly shorter than the soprano. The shape of the window is the same as the craft kit.
This is an instrument and price model that is easy for first-timers to pick up, with a fixed way of breathing.
Fixed price for all species.
First of all, it is recommended for those who want to blow.
《Key 》C
《Price 》From 5,500 yen (excluding tax)
《 Set contents 》 Fingering chart, sheet music for practice songs, strings
《Size》Height 8 cm
《 coating 》oil finish
Lacquer coating tree, sound
With the cooperation of Maruka Kosaka lacquerware store in Kiso, Shinshu, we are coating the sound of trees.
By coating with lacquer, the wood that is easy to breathe disappears.
As a result, the sound reverberates in the tube more efficiently, resulting in a mellower tone.
Ichida Kaki no Ki has a proven track record.
In the future, we are making prototypes of lacquer coating with various tree species.
Also, due to the characteristics of lacquer, the number of production is limited.
On rare occasions, it is possible that the lacquer will cause a rash due to the fact that it is still early days since the lacquer was applied, or because of the customer's constitution.
We take this into account when selling our products, but in the unlikely event that you feel something wrong, please consult a specialist as soon as possible.
《Key 》C
《Price 》
《 Set contents 》 Fingering chart, sheet music for practice songs, strings
<< size >> soprano baritone
《 coating 》 Lacquer finish
[Forest Ocarina Tree/Sound] is a registered trademark.
lesson
- Lecturers -
There are instructors in Tokyo and Aichi prefectures, mainly in Nagano prefecture.
For more information, please contact hocco.
Mieko Abeta
URL: http://www/facebook.com/mieko.abeta
Activity area: Suwa area
Moved from Saitama to Haramura in 2009. The next door is a relationship, and I started blowing the tree sound. I am also involved in the production of the sound of trees, and I am working hard every day to create flutes that have a good tone and are easy to blow. There are various types of classes (slow, experienced, mama circle, individual), so please feel free to contact us.
Mieko Abeta
URL: http://www/facebook.com/mieko.abeta
Activity area: Suwa area
Moved from Saitama to Haramura in 2009. The next door is a relationship, and I started blowing the tree sound. I am also involved in the production of the sound of trees, and I am working hard every day to create flutes that have a good tone and are easy to blow. There are various types of classes (slow, experienced, mama circle, individual), so please feel free to contact us.
Takayo Tanaka
Activity area: Nagano City, Nagano Prefecture
Has many classrooms for the elderly and provides guidance.
is meant to be fun together and last long.
Hiroko Kanda
Area of activity: Okazaki, Mikawa region, Aichi Prefecture
Currently teaching the Ikuguchi Monoa Circle mainly in Okazaki City.
He is also active in a music group called Dalseño.
Masako Aritomi
Area of activity: Kanagawa Prefecture, Tokyo, Yokohama and Hachioji
I am currently teaching at the NHK Culture Center Machida classroom.
Dealers
- Dealer -
Kyoto Prefecture
Folk musical instrument koizumi
〒604-8091 518 Teramachi Oike, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto
075-231-3052
web site | http://www.koizumigakki.com
Hyogo Prefecture
telemann instrument
180-3 Yamada, Yamazaki-cho, Shiso City, Hyogo Prefecture
tel | 0790-62-7500
web site | http://www.telemann-music.co.jp
Gunma Prefecture
sweet grass
1990-579 Kita Karuizawa, Naganohara Town, Agatsuma District, Gunma Prefecture
tel | 0279-84-2512
web site | https://sweetgrass.jp/