5 Haiku by Rick Romano

An exploration that delves into uncovering parallels and distinctions between the electric guitar and the revered Far Eastern stringed instruments—the Guzheng and Guqin.

Five Haiku encapsulate suggestions, allure, and technical finesse within concise snapshots, fusing the rigorous principles of Japanese homonymous compositions, reinterpreted through a musical lens, and blending in the rich harmonics of the Chinese tradition's five modes.

These five Haikus not only traverse the realms of the East; they also employ the entire chromatic scale and intertwine modern instrumental techniques with effects and amplification, all emblematic of the 21st century's essence.

These compositions serve as a tribute to a resilient culture in perpetual evolution, urging contemplation of our heritage and the blurring lines between two increasingly intertwined cultures.