Breathing Peace, James Nyoraku Schlefer, Shakuhachi

Soapbox Gallery is dedicated to presenting music, performance and works of art that engage the issues of our time.The room itself is a beautiful, meditative environment that was designed with state-of-the art acoustics to showcase exceptional musicianship from around the world.The gallery was founded on the premise that art and culture are powerful reminders of our shared humanity, which can help to shape identity and promote social evolution.Soapbox was inspired by the idea that a simple, humble box–that one stands on and delivers a speech from–can start a movement and perhaps even help to change the world.It’s our mission to create space for civil conversation between those with differing views. The intent of our programming is to create a dialogue where everyone has a seat at the table.

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Thursday, January 30, 2020, 7:30 PM. BREATHING PEACE Tickets $20/$10 Eventbrite or at the door Come breathe the sound and silence of music for the Japanese bamboo flute. Known as honkyok this traditional music, has been played for centuries in Japan. The extraordinary and deeply penetrating sound of the shakuhachi focuses the mind and body through breathing and listening, reinforcing our potential for compassion. James Nyoraku Schlefer, a master of the instrument, begins a series of performances exploring the classic repertoire for the shakuhachi. Join us and be present in the moment, briefly removed from the stress of daily life, and discover the healing power of sound and silence. www.nyoraku.com

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