Kafka on the Shore is a musical ensemble of three people who molded together by chance in the great city of Milan, Italy. It is made up by Vincenzo Parisi, a classical pianist who grew up in a ...

The 73-year-old author of “Kafka On the Shore,” “1Q84,” “Norwegian Wood” and a host of other bestsellers went on air late March 18 with his “Music to halt the war” show.