Young Audiences Family Series: Taikoza

Power, Grace, Pulse, and Driving Rhythm. This electrifying aural and visual display consists of three drummers and a dancer. The huge taiko drums (?big drums?) were originally used in Japan to drive away evil spirits and the plague?today they keep audiences glued to their seats. Taikoza draws from Japan?s rich tradition of musical performance to create a new sound using a variety of instruments. The combination of drums, shakuhachi and fue (both bamboo flutes), and the koto (a 13-string instrument) is a rare and unforgettable treat for American ears.