Silkroad

"Silkroad" by Kitaro is performed in the original key of D minor. Composed and performed by Japanese musician Kitaro, the piece was released in 1980 as part of his album "Silk Road." Kitaro is renowned for his fusion of traditional Japanese music with electronic and new age elements, and "Silkroad" exemplifies this style with its atmospheric synthesizers, haunting melodies, and rhythmic percussion. The composition is inspired by the ancient Silk Road trading route that connected the East and West, evoking a sense of cultural richness and historical mystique. "Silkroad" has become one of Kitaro's signature pieces and remains a beloved track in the genre of new age and world music.