Lessons

Bamboo Bell offers private lessons, workshops, and internet lessons. Nelson Lee teaches traditional Japanese music in a multicultural context, using a mix of Eastern and Western teaching methods. Lee specializes in teaching honkyoku pieces.

Beginners are taught to play Japanese folk songs to develop fundamental techniques before learning Watazumido honkyoku (Zen) pieces. Students are given the chance to perform regularly in student concerts, where a safe and supportive environment is provided for sharing the music.

Beginning students are expected to take lessons once a month. Folk songs are taught initially and honkyoku pieces are introduced as the student acquires the skills to advance.

Please email Nelson Lee for additional information if you are interested, or read "Seeking the Bamboo Bell", an article about Nelson Lee.

What are Shakuhachi Students are saying about Lee?

"Lee's shakuhachi lessons are the highlight of the month and provide a possitive escape away from a sometimes sad and stressed world".--- BLG

"In his teaching, Lee blends experience, expertise, and warmth to provide the student a creative enviornment for the study of the shakuhachi".--- JSB

"Lee's shakuhachi teachings are a very good fit for me, because I feel that the lessons are intuitivly directed for me in the moment. I appreciate that Lee is mindful in treating me as a person as well as a student. In doing so, Lee is able to guide me through each lesson that resonates in the present with respect and recognition of the larger patterns of who I am. I really appreciate this aspect of Lee's teaching and being."--- LA

"Lee's insight to my particular needs has me opening up to a deeper love and appreciation for playing flute. With his help, I can see my challenges as simplified steps --- rather than formidable obstacles. I particularly enjoy the positive energy Lee gives to playing shakuhachi, and he inspires me to find my way to a clear and beautiful sound. Lee's teaching technique encompass the whole being --- mind, body, and spirit. I look forward to his lessons."--- EB

"Count me as a very happy student! I enjoy the style of learning that allows me to develop an awareness in the traditional approach. I also enjoy how Lee communicates with direct and effective feedback. I look forward to each lesson and it motivates me to seriously practice shakuhachi". --- JH

"Committing the time and patience to learn this beautiful instrument can be fun and rewarding! " --- Nelson Lee

For more info, call 707-822-1755 or email us!