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The Columbia Symphonette – Nostalgia Of Japan (Japanese Pressing)(used)

The Columbia Symphonette – Nostalgia Of Japan (Japanese Pressing)(used)

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The Columbia Symphonette – Nostalgia Of Japan
"Nostalgia Of Japan" is an album by 
The Columbia Symphonette, a Japanese orchestra, known for its interpretations of traditional Japanese melodies. 
Details about the album:
  • Release Year: The album was released in 1968.
  • Label: Columbia. There are also export versions on the Denon label.
  • Genre: Folk, World, & Country, with a focus on Easy Listening and Japanese traditional music. It's also categorized under Classical in some instances.
  • Tracklist: The album includes instrumental renditions of classic Japanese songs and melodies:
    • Yuyake Koyake
    • Sakura Sakura
    • Hana
    • Nanatsu No Ko
    • Aka Tombo
    • Tsuki No Sabaku
    • Oedo Nihonbashi
    • Edo Komoriuta
    • Koujo No Tsuki
    • Itsuki No Komoriuta
    • Tory Anse
    • Hamabe No Uta
  • Personnel: Ko-ichi Azuma and Tetsusaburo Hirai arranged the music, and Tetsusaburo Hirai conducted the orchestra. Shoji Yokouchi played guitar, Shiro Michi played organ, and Shin Morikawa played trumpet. 
This album is a great example of The Columbia Symphonette's work in arranging and performing traditional Japanese music in an orchestral setting. It has been reissued over the years, with various pressings available, especially for vinyl enthusiasts.
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