MUS 185 Lecture Notes - Lecture 8: Plectrum, Oiran, Edo Period
4 Apr 2016
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Hierarchical structure authorized by the central government. Many art forms/ creative pursuits fell under the iemoto system: dance, flower arranging, shamisen playing other musical art forms are controlled also by iemoto system. To learn, and eventually master, a particular art form will cost a great deal of money and time! Those who occupy top spots in the iemoto system can become quite wealthy. Cons: stylistic conservatism (resistance to change) autocratic control. Developed first in 1600s (edo period: japan was moving from feudal to centralized society-rise of middle class and entertainment) Three operators: head and right arm (main puppeteer, left arm (second in command, feet (third guy) Only the main puppeteer is visible/ other two have to wear black cloth even covering their face so don"t pay attention to them. Although associated with bunraku theater, some pieces are well known and appreciated on their own (can be songs) The musical team: narrator (tayu) and shamisen (player)
