John Kaizan Neptune is one of the world's leading players of the shakuhachi, a type of Japanese bamboo flute. He talks about making his own instruments and what the shakuhachi can teach us about life.

Get ready for an unforgettable evening showcasing the music of the shakuhachi, Japan’s traditional bamboo flute! Hōzan Nomura, the honored National Living Treasure of the shakuhachi makes a rare visit ...

Shabaka playing a shakuhachi, a Japanese bamboo flute.Credit: NYT Iyapo published several books of poetry, designed dub album covers and made some impact as a black British community activist, ...