In the spring of 2019, Ryuichi placed a piano in his NYC backyard and left it exposed to the elements to observe how the piano would return to nature. The piano blended with the seasons for several years before relocating to an artist friend’s garden in Upstate NY. These photos show the piano’s transformation and beauty as it returns to nature. photo by: 1. Neo Sora 2.3.4. KAB America Inc. 5.6. Bill Kirstein #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #naturepiano
In the spring of 2019, Ryuichi placed a piano in his NYC backyard and left it exposed to the elements to observe how the piano would return to nature. The piano blended with the seasons for several years before relocating to an artist friend’s garden in Upstate NY. These photos show the piano’s transformation and beauty as it returns to nature. photo by: 1. Neo Sora 2.3.4. KAB America Inc. 5.6. Bill Kirstein #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #naturepiano
In the spring of 2019, Ryuichi placed a piano in his NYC backyard and left it exposed to the elements to observe how the piano would return to nature. The piano blended with the seasons for several years before relocating to an artist friend’s garden in Upstate NY. These photos show the piano’s transformation and beauty as it returns to nature. photo by: 1. Neo Sora 2.3.4. KAB America Inc. 5.6. Bill Kirstein #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #naturepiano
In the spring of 2019, Ryuichi placed a piano in his NYC backyard and left it exposed to the elements to observe how the piano would return to nature. The piano blended with the seasons for several years before relocating to an artist friend’s garden in Upstate NY. These photos show the piano’s transformation and beauty as it returns to nature. photo by: 1. Neo Sora 2.3.4. KAB America Inc. 5.6. Bill Kirstein #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #naturepiano
In the spring of 2019, Ryuichi placed a piano in his NYC backyard and left it exposed to the elements to observe how the piano would return to nature. The piano blended with the seasons for several years before relocating to an artist friend’s garden in Upstate NY. These photos show the piano’s transformation and beauty as it returns to nature. photo by: 1. Neo Sora 2.3.4. KAB America Inc. 5.6. Bill Kirstein #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #naturepiano
In the spring of 2019, Ryuichi placed a piano in his NYC backyard and left it exposed to the elements to observe how the piano would return to nature. The piano blended with the seasons for several years before relocating to an artist friend’s garden in Upstate NY. These photos show the piano’s transformation and beauty as it returns to nature. photo by: 1. Neo Sora 2.3.4. KAB America Inc. 5.6. Bill Kirstein #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #naturepiano
Ryuichi’s garden piano returning to nature in April, 2024. . Photo by Todd Eckert #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #piano #nature
Ryuichi’s garden piano returning to nature in April, 2024. . Photo by Todd Eckert #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #piano #nature
SKMT | dig When BTTB (Back To The Basics) was first released in 1998, the limited edition included a 3.5” floppy disc containing the MIDI data of Sakamoto’s performance, along with piano scores. By utilizing instruments that accept midi, fans could play the data of Sakamoto’s performance on their own keyboards, synthesizers, and other midi-equipped devices. *It was recommended to use the YAMAHA MU100 or similar gear for the most precise playback at that time. Listen to BTTB via link in bio In his liner notes for the 20th anniversary of BTTB in 2018, author Haruki Murakami wrote: “Personal and intimate music—somebody (an anonymous somebody) sitting alone in front of the school piano early in the morning, weaving a melody, exploring harmonies. Music that gradually fills a space with high ceilings that contains the wafting presence of rain. But music that leaves gaps where necessary.” #skmtdig #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #BTTB #harukimurakami
SKMT | dig When BTTB (Back To The Basics) was first released in 1998, the limited edition included a 3.5” floppy disc containing the MIDI data of Sakamoto’s performance, along with piano scores. By utilizing instruments that accept midi, fans could play the data of Sakamoto’s performance on their own keyboards, synthesizers, and other midi-equipped devices. *It was recommended to use the YAMAHA MU100 or similar gear for the most precise playback at that time. Listen to BTTB via link in bio In his liner notes for the 20th anniversary of BTTB in 2018, author Haruki Murakami wrote: “Personal and intimate music—somebody (an anonymous somebody) sitting alone in front of the school piano early in the morning, weaving a melody, exploring harmonies. Music that gradually fills a space with high ceilings that contains the wafting presence of rain. But music that leaves gaps where necessary.” #skmtdig #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #BTTB #harukimurakami
ホームレスの人の社会的自立を応援する 『THE BIG ISSUE日本版』 最新号(478号 / 5月1日発売)では、坂本龍一大特集! ***** ビッグイシュー日本版 478 号(5月1日号) 【表紙・スペシャル企画】坂本龍一 昨年3月28日に永眠された坂本龍一さんは、1978 年のデビュー以来“教授”の愛称で親しまれ、音楽家としても一人の人間としても、世界中に大きな影響を与えてきた。 「ビッグイシュー」の表紙・スペシャルインタビューにも、これまで2回登場いただいた(106 号、236 号)。 今回のスペシャル企画では、その音楽性だけでなく、坂本さんが社会的活動によって残したレガシーにも迫る。 まずは、闘病中の坂本さんが最後の力を振り絞って演奏した、最初で最後の長編コンサート映画について、監督の空音央さんに話を聞いた。 また、「次の世代に美しいバトンを渡したい」と、脱原発、森林保全、被災地支援など、多岐にわたる社会的活動に力を注いできた坂本さんと活動をともにした方々に話を聞いた。 ビッグイシューの販売場所: https://www.bigissue.jp/buy/ ***** “THE BIG ISSUE Japanese edition” supports the social independence of homeless people. The latest issue (No. 478 / May 1st release) includes a special feature on Ryuichi Sakamoto! (*Written and sold in Japanese) ***** THE BIG ISSUE Japanese Edition No. 478 (May 1st issue) Featuring Ryuichi Sakamoto Ryuichi Sakamoto passed away on March 28th of last year. Since his debut in 1978, he has been affectionately known as “Professor” and has inspired the world greatly as a musician and a person. He has been interviewed and appeared on the cover of “The Big Issue” twice previously (No. 106 and 236). In this project, we will explore Sakamoto’s musicality and the legacy he left behind through his social activities. First, we spoke to the director, Neo Sora, about Sakamoto’s last full-length concert film, in which he performed with dwindling strength while battling illness. The issue also covers interviews with people who have worked with Sakamoto. Sakamoto focused on various social activities, such as nuclear power phase-out, forest preservation, and supporting disaster-affected areas. Sakamoto said, “I want to pass a beautiful baton to the next generation.” THE BIG ISSUE sales locations: (in Japan only) https://www.bigissue.jp/buy/ ***** #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #坂本龍一 #thebigissue
SKMT | dig 🌕 “reversing” from “BTTB” Initially, it was recorded for and included only on the international release of Sakamoto’s 1998 album “BTTB”. However, when releasing the 20th-anniversary re-mastered version, Sakamoto chose his preferred track list to officially include “reversing” on “BTTB”. The solo piano work focuses on rhythm and frequently alternates between odd meters. Listen to “reversing” via link in bio. From Ryuichi’s commentary on “BTTB”: “I had been thinking somehow that “BTTB” would be my first and last album of just piano. But I now feel that I would like to do another if the opportunity comes up. There are many piano lovers in Japan, and maybe it’s because a lot of them actually play the piano, but my piano pieces are widely accepted. That makes me sincerely happy. Furthermore, I think that the piano will be with me for the rest of my life. It certainly is the instrument that is closest to me, an extension of my body.” – Ryuichi Sakamoto #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #坂本龍一 #SKMTDIG #reversing #BTTB
Repost • @yoko_takatani 坂本龍一 + 高谷史郎 『TIME』 東京・新国立劇場 <日本初演> 4月14日まで 出演:田中泯 宮田まゆみ 石原淋 能管:藤田流十一世宗家 藤田六郎兵衛 (録音:2018年6月) . 終盤、雨と怒涛の中、舞台に響く能管(笛)は、藤田流十一世宗家 藤田六郎兵衛さんの演奏によるものです。 2018年、渡邊守章先生演出の舞台『繻子の靴』静岡公演の際に急遽 記録させていただいた音源で、これが藤田六郎兵衛さん最後の演奏となってしまいました。坂本龍一さんの六郎兵衛さんへの強い思いでこのシーンが生まれました。 . チケットリンクはプロフィール欄をご覧ください。 . Ryuichi Sakamoto Shiro Takatani, TIME New National Theatre Tokyo, until April 14 with Min Tanaka, Mayumi Miyata, Rin Ishihara Noh flute: Rokurobyoue Fujita, the 11th grand master of Fujita School of Noh flute (recorded in June, 2018) . The sound of Rokurobyoue Fujita’s flute in the rain at the end of the play was recorded during the stage performance “The Satin Shoes (Paul Claudel, Le Soulier de satin)” directed by Moriaki Watanabe. Sadly, this was his last performance before his death. We created this scene with Ryuichi’s strong will. Please visit link in bio for ticket purchase. . photo: Yoshikazu Inoue 写真:井上嘉和 . #ryuichisakamoto #shirotakatani #mintanaka #mayumimiyata #rinishihara #TIME #坂本龍一 #藤田六郎兵衛 #高谷史郎 #田中泯 #宮田まゆみ #石原淋
“Ryuichi Sakamoto Official score store” has released a piano score of “Opus” from BTTB (1998). On this site, Ryuichi Sakamoto’s official scores are sold in two types: digital data in PDF and print-on-demand. The print-on-demand version is carefully finished by bellows printing for each order and delivered in a score case designed by Rikako Nagashima. Please visit link in bio for purchase. “Opus” “Opus” was composed for the piano album BTTB (1998) and included as the first song. This song was played at the end of Ryuichi Sakamoto’s first and last full-length concert film, “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus.” It will join the official score for the first time to commemorate the movie’s release. ※This score is the original 1998 version. “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus” – Theatrical release in Japan Pre-release at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku on April 26th, wider release in Japan starting on May 10th https://www.bitters.co.jp/opus/ Theater information for worldwide regions: https://www.sitesakamoto.com/opus/ . . . 坂本龍一のオフィシャル楽譜サイト『Ryuichi Sakamoto Official score store』に、本日「Opus」BTTB (1998)のピアノ譜が登場しました。 このオフィシャル楽譜サイトでは、坂本龍一のオフィシャルスコアを、PDFのデジタルデータとプリント・オン・デマンドの2種類で販売しています。 プリント・オン・デマンド版は、ご注文ごとに蛇腹印刷で丁寧に仕上げ、長嶋りかこ氏デザインのスコアケースに入れてお届けします。 楽譜の購入はプロフィール欄のリンクよりご覧ください。 “Opus” 1998年に発表したピアノ・アルバム『BTTB』のために作曲し1曲目に収録された作品。 坂本龍一の最初で最後の長編コンサート映画「Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus」では、エンディングで演奏され、この楽曲で締めくくられています。 今回、映画の公開を記念しオフィシャルスコアサイトに初登場。 *このスコアは1998年版です。 映画「Ryuichi Sakamoto| Opus」 日本:4月26日 109シネマズプレミアム新宿にて先行公開、5月10日国内一般公開 https://www.bitters.co.jp/opus/ 各国・地域の公開情報: https://www.sitesakamoto.com/opus/ #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #ryuichisakamotoscorestore #坂本龍一
Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus Screenings open in Spain on April 26th. Repost • @elasticafilms 26 de abril viernes llega este acontecimiento musical a la cartelera. #Opus, la despedida del maestro Ryuichi Sakamoto. Una película-concierto para gozar y conmovernos en una sala de cine. 🎹🩵🎹 En breve anunciaremos preestrenos y pases especiales. Con @enfilmin #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #ryuichisakamotoopus #skmt_opus
Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus Theatrical schedule in Australia “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus” in more cities and regions via link in bio! #skmtnews #ryuichisakamoto #ryuichisakamotoopus #skmt_opus
On the 28th of every month, commmons will start accepting orders for “12” T-shirts. The “RS” logo will be quietly printed near the heart on the inner front side. Ryuichi Sakamoto’s name and the month number will be printed on the inner back side of the T-shirt. The T-shirt will also display a large print of Sakamoto, selected from Sakamoto’s archive. Due to the large number of overseas orders, we will split the order start time into two slots to accommodate time differences. Orders for the April edition will begin on April 28th. The April version has a photo from “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus,” the feature-length concert film of Sakamoto’s last solo piano performance. The movie “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus” will be pre-released in Japan on Friday, April 26th, at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku. Screenings will start nationwide on Friday, May 10th! Order acceptance open: ① April 28th (Sunday) 12:00~ (JST) ② April 28th (Sunday) 24:00~ (JST) *To better accommodate time differences, we have set a limit on the number of orders accepted per session. Order acceptance close: May 2nd (Thursday) 18:00 (JST) Website for orders: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *We will stop accepting orders if the quantity exceeds the limit. *It is expected to arrive in early to mid-June. 坂本龍一の月命日である毎月28日に受注開始する「12」T-shirts。 アーカイブから選んだ1枚の写真を使用し、12か月連続で年間12種類のTシャツをお届けします。T-shirtsのフロントには心臓の横あたりにひっそりとRSロゴを裏プリントし、バックには月のナンバーとRyuichi Sakamotoの名前を裏プリント。名前の上には坂本龍一アーカイブから坂本の画像1枚が大きくプリントされています。 このT-shirts の4月バージョンの受注受付を4月28日からスタートいたします。 海外からお申込みのご希望を多数いただくため、受付開始時間を2回に分けることで時差に対応させていただきます。 4月バージョンは、坂本龍一最後のピアノ・ソロ演奏を記録した長編コンサート映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』収録時に撮影された写真を使用。 映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』は本日4月26日(金)から109シネマズプレミアム新宿で先行公開、5月10日(金)から日本全国で上映がスタートします! 受注受付開始: ①4月28日(日)12:00~ (JST) ②4月28日(日)24:00~ (JST) *時差への対応のため、各回ごとに受付可能数の上限を設定しております。 受注受付終了; 5月2日(木)18:00 (JST) 受付ページ: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *受注受付期間中であっても上限数へ達し次第、販売を終了いたします。 *お手元に届くのは6月上旬~中旬を予定しております。 #坂本龍一 #ryuichisakamoto #skmtnews
On the 28th of every month, commmons will start accepting orders for “12” T-shirts. The “RS” logo will be quietly printed near the heart on the inner front side. Ryuichi Sakamoto’s name and the month number will be printed on the inner back side of the T-shirt. The T-shirt will also display a large print of Sakamoto, selected from Sakamoto’s archive. Due to the large number of overseas orders, we will split the order start time into two slots to accommodate time differences. Orders for the April edition will begin on April 28th. The April version has a photo from “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus,” the feature-length concert film of Sakamoto’s last solo piano performance. The movie “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus” will be pre-released in Japan on Friday, April 26th, at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku. Screenings will start nationwide on Friday, May 10th! Order acceptance open: ① April 28th (Sunday) 12:00~ (JST) ② April 28th (Sunday) 24:00~ (JST) *To better accommodate time differences, we have set a limit on the number of orders accepted per session. Order acceptance close: May 2nd (Thursday) 18:00 (JST) Website for orders: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *We will stop accepting orders if the quantity exceeds the limit. *It is expected to arrive in early to mid-June. 坂本龍一の月命日である毎月28日に受注開始する「12」T-shirts。 アーカイブから選んだ1枚の写真を使用し、12か月連続で年間12種類のTシャツをお届けします。T-shirtsのフロントには心臓の横あたりにひっそりとRSロゴを裏プリントし、バックには月のナンバーとRyuichi Sakamotoの名前を裏プリント。名前の上には坂本龍一アーカイブから坂本の画像1枚が大きくプリントされています。 このT-shirts の4月バージョンの受注受付を4月28日からスタートいたします。 海外からお申込みのご希望を多数いただくため、受付開始時間を2回に分けることで時差に対応させていただきます。 4月バージョンは、坂本龍一最後のピアノ・ソロ演奏を記録した長編コンサート映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』収録時に撮影された写真を使用。 映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』は本日4月26日(金)から109シネマズプレミアム新宿で先行公開、5月10日(金)から日本全国で上映がスタートします! 受注受付開始: ①4月28日(日)12:00~ (JST) ②4月28日(日)24:00~ (JST) *時差への対応のため、各回ごとに受付可能数の上限を設定しております。 受注受付終了; 5月2日(木)18:00 (JST) 受付ページ: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *受注受付期間中であっても上限数へ達し次第、販売を終了いたします。 *お手元に届くのは6月上旬~中旬を予定しております。 #坂本龍一 #ryuichisakamoto #skmtnews
On the 28th of every month, commmons will start accepting orders for “12” T-shirts. The “RS” logo will be quietly printed near the heart on the inner front side. Ryuichi Sakamoto’s name and the month number will be printed on the inner back side of the T-shirt. The T-shirt will also display a large print of Sakamoto, selected from Sakamoto’s archive. Due to the large number of overseas orders, we will split the order start time into two slots to accommodate time differences. Orders for the April edition will begin on April 28th. The April version has a photo from “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus,” the feature-length concert film of Sakamoto’s last solo piano performance. The movie “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus” will be pre-released in Japan on Friday, April 26th, at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku. Screenings will start nationwide on Friday, May 10th! Order acceptance open: ① April 28th (Sunday) 12:00~ (JST) ② April 28th (Sunday) 24:00~ (JST) *To better accommodate time differences, we have set a limit on the number of orders accepted per session. Order acceptance close: May 2nd (Thursday) 18:00 (JST) Website for orders: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *We will stop accepting orders if the quantity exceeds the limit. *It is expected to arrive in early to mid-June. 坂本龍一の月命日である毎月28日に受注開始する「12」T-shirts。 アーカイブから選んだ1枚の写真を使用し、12か月連続で年間12種類のTシャツをお届けします。T-shirtsのフロントには心臓の横あたりにひっそりとRSロゴを裏プリントし、バックには月のナンバーとRyuichi Sakamotoの名前を裏プリント。名前の上には坂本龍一アーカイブから坂本の画像1枚が大きくプリントされています。 このT-shirts の4月バージョンの受注受付を4月28日からスタートいたします。 海外からお申込みのご希望を多数いただくため、受付開始時間を2回に分けることで時差に対応させていただきます。 4月バージョンは、坂本龍一最後のピアノ・ソロ演奏を記録した長編コンサート映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』収録時に撮影された写真を使用。 映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』は本日4月26日(金)から109シネマズプレミアム新宿で先行公開、5月10日(金)から日本全国で上映がスタートします! 受注受付開始: ①4月28日(日)12:00~ (JST) ②4月28日(日)24:00~ (JST) *時差への対応のため、各回ごとに受付可能数の上限を設定しております。 受注受付終了; 5月2日(木)18:00 (JST) 受付ページ: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *受注受付期間中であっても上限数へ達し次第、販売を終了いたします。 *お手元に届くのは6月上旬~中旬を予定しております。 #坂本龍一 #ryuichisakamoto #skmtnews
On the 28th of every month, commmons will start accepting orders for “12” T-shirts. The “RS” logo will be quietly printed near the heart on the inner front side. Ryuichi Sakamoto’s name and the month number will be printed on the inner back side of the T-shirt. The T-shirt will also display a large print of Sakamoto, selected from Sakamoto’s archive. Due to the large number of overseas orders, we will split the order start time into two slots to accommodate time differences. Orders for the April edition will begin on April 28th. The April version has a photo from “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus,” the feature-length concert film of Sakamoto’s last solo piano performance. The movie “Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus” will be pre-released in Japan on Friday, April 26th, at 109 Cinemas Premium Shinjuku. Screenings will start nationwide on Friday, May 10th! Order acceptance open: ① April 28th (Sunday) 12:00~ (JST) ② April 28th (Sunday) 24:00~ (JST) *To better accommodate time differences, we have set a limit on the number of orders accepted per session. Order acceptance close: May 2nd (Thursday) 18:00 (JST) Website for orders: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *We will stop accepting orders if the quantity exceeds the limit. *It is expected to arrive in early to mid-June. 坂本龍一の月命日である毎月28日に受注開始する「12」T-shirts。 アーカイブから選んだ1枚の写真を使用し、12か月連続で年間12種類のTシャツをお届けします。T-shirtsのフロントには心臓の横あたりにひっそりとRSロゴを裏プリントし、バックには月のナンバーとRyuichi Sakamotoの名前を裏プリント。名前の上には坂本龍一アーカイブから坂本の画像1枚が大きくプリントされています。 このT-shirts の4月バージョンの受注受付を4月28日からスタートいたします。 海外からお申込みのご希望を多数いただくため、受付開始時間を2回に分けることで時差に対応させていただきます。 4月バージョンは、坂本龍一最後のピアノ・ソロ演奏を記録した長編コンサート映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』収録時に撮影された写真を使用。 映画『Ryuichi Sakamoto | Opus』は本日4月26日(金)から109シネマズプレミアム新宿で先行公開、5月10日(金)から日本全国で上映がスタートします! 受注受付開始: ①4月28日(日)12:00~ (JST) ②4月28日(日)24:00~ (JST) *時差への対応のため、各回ごとに受付可能数の上限を設定しております。 受注受付終了; 5月2日(木)18:00 (JST) 受付ページ: https://commmonsmart.com/pages/ryuichi_sakamoto_12_tshirts *受注受付期間中であっても上限数へ達し次第、販売を終了いたします。 *お手元に届くのは6月上旬~中旬を予定しております。 #坂本龍一 #ryuichisakamoto #skmtnews