I. The Young Sprout by Minor Miki, Arranged for 5.0 Marimba by Brian Zator

From the Arranger, Brian Zator:

"While studying in Japan, I attended a Pro Musica Nipponia concert. This ensemble, founded by Minoru Miki, unites traditional Japanese instruments with contemporary music and one of the first pieces on their concert was a koto ensemble. This was the first time I had ever heard this instrument live and when I listened, I imagined that music being played on marimba. When I later met Minoru Miki to talk about his marimba compositions, I also asked him about his works for koto and my interest in arranging them for the marimba. He graciously approved and suggested his Ballades for Koto Solo compositions."