Brief Genres of Japanese Poetry (haiku, tanka, among others)

JAPANESE LITERATURE

COURSE AND WORKSHOP: “JAPANESE POETRY BRIEF GENRES”. The genres of tanka, haiku, senryu, zappai, haiga, amongst others, are analyzed (using the original language versions and their translations) to understand how each genre has evolve from Medieval times until today. Each participant writes a poem collection using each technique and finding a personal voice. Practice of the genres each session. A selection of readings and exercises is provided.

5 sessions, 10 hours in total.