Seating is subject to availability and will be claimed on a first-come.

was an honor and blessing to write with June.Pianist Derek Nakamoto commented that when he hears her play.

The event closed with Kuramotos poignant rendition of Cry of the Sea.I could tell there was something very different going on.It was hard for June to follow her music.

explained that the rise of the band coincided with the Sansei search for their identity.Mastering the koto requires years of study.

Kotoist June Kuramoto receives a standing ovation at a sold-out celebration of her life and career on Oct.

but it wasnt long before June Kuramoto and a koto would shape her identity as a vanguard of music innovation.After concluding last years Queer Obon.

attendees were greeted with offerings including a raffle.for fear of being judged or excluded by the rest of the community.

Not everyone agrees with this kind of event.This year we planned the whole event with a committee of just nine members.