UW Ethnomusicology Archives video recordings: Shingon Ceremony, 1984-11-04

Overview of the Collection

Creator
University of Washington Ethnomusicology Archives
Title
UW Ethnomusicology Archives video recordings: Shingon Ceremony
Dates
1984-11-04
Quantity
2 videotapes  :  EC - 2 vcts (VHS, sp, stereo); Duration: 3:30:00
Collection Number
1985026
Summary
Copy of tape recorded at Seattle Koyasan (1518 S. Washington, Seattle), 11-4-84.
Repository
University of Washington Ethnomusicology Archives
University of Washington
Ethnomusicology Archives
Box 353450
Seattle, WA
98195-3450
Telephone: 2065430974
ethnoarc@uw.edu
Access Restrictions

Access is restricted.

Languages
English

Historical NoteReturn to Top

The University of Washington Ethnomusicology Archives has been collecting and curating unique ethnographic music recordings for over 50 years. Its holdings of more than 15,000 items include field recordings documenting music traditions of all kinds from most areas of the world, concert recordings of visiting musicians, and films and videos of a variety of musical events, as well as several hundred musical instruments. The Archives serves the students and faculty in the UW Ethnomusicology Program, the broader university community, Pacific Northwest tribes, and an international clientele of musicians, students, and teachers.

Content DescriptionReturn to Top

Title: Dainichi Nyorai Kaigen Rishu Sanmai Dai-Hoe (Maha Vairochana Eye Opening Ceremony)

Copied from original videotape (VHS, lp, stereo) loaned by Rev. Yuju Matsumoto of Seattle Koyōsan Temple.

Performers: Rev. Ryūshō Abeno/leader; Rev. Shunshin Daigetsu/co-leader.

Contents: Shingon sect Buddhist ceremony, performed in commemoration of 1150 years since the death of Kukai, founder of Shingon Buddhism.

Administrative InformationReturn to Top

Names and SubjectsReturn to Top

Subject Terms

  • Ethnomusicology
  • Video recordings in ethnomusicology

Geographical Names

  • Asia
  • Japan

Form or Genre Terms

  • Video recordings