Japanese Drum Festival for Only $6
The word “taiko” can refer generally to a genre of Japanese percussion, but it can also refer to a specific wadaiko drum. Found in Japanese folklore dating back to the sixth century, taiko can be part of everything from a theatrical performance to a religious ceremony to a form of communication. This Sunday, one of…
The word “taiko” can refer generally to a genre of Japanese percussion, but it can also refer to a specific wadaiko drum. Found in Japanese folklore dating back to the sixth century, taiko can be part of everything from a theatrical performance to a religious ceremony to a form of communication. This Sunday, one of the world’s foremost taiko ensembles will perform in Queens, and the host is offering tickets for only $6 each. More information and another photo on the jump page.
San Jose Taiko leaves audiences spellbound with its rhythmic, powerful, and propulsive sounds. Founded in California in 1973, it is the first American taiko group to tour Japan. As part of the 2015 Rhythm Journey Tour, the musicians will perform at LeFrak Concert Hall on March 29th at 3 pm. The organizer, Kupferberg Center for the Arts, is offering discounted, $6 tickets to anybody who uses the code “DRUM6” on its website.
Details: San Jose Taiko 2015 Rhythm Journey Tour, LeFrak Concert Hall, Queens College, vicinity of Reeves Avenue and Horace Harding Expressway, Flushing, March 29th, 3 pm, $6 with discount.
Top photo: San Jose Taiko; bottom photo: Higashi Design
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