| Publication | Title | Author | Date | Reaction | Synopsis | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The New York Times | East-West MIx in Recital | Bernard Holland | 2/7/91 | Negative | In Mr. Yamamoto's "Three Colors of Bamboo," taped triadic accompaniments were supposed to enhance the shakuhachi's motionless, rhapsodic style, but they took the attention away. | Review |
| The Washington Post | The Subtle Shadings Jap. Koto | Joseph McLellan | 2/4/91 | Positive | There are modern elements in this music: use of a taped soundtrack with the shakuhachi. | Review |