Yoko Koto Ensemble

The Yoko Koto Ensemble, led by Las Vegas musician Yoko Fitzpatrick, is set to perform traditional Japanese songs in celebration of Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month. The Koto—also called the Japanese Harp— is the official national instrument of Japan. At the end of the performance, audience members will be invited on stage to play a few notes. The ensemble will be accompanied by Yoko’s husband, by Dennis Fitzpatrick, performing the Shakuhachi flute. Whether you’re Japanese or not, Yoko encourages audience members to wear or bring a Kimono to the concert and find out more about the the Yoko Kimono Fun Club, a group that meets and wears their Kimonos to teas and other events.