The Shumei Taiko Drum Ensemble of Japan

September 5, 2000

The Shumei Taiko Drum Ensemble of Japan
On the steps of Low Library Plaza, Columbia University (116th St. & Broadway)
12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Taiko drumming is a traditional form of Japanese art, often used in celebrations and festivals. While the origins of Taiko drumming are said to go back more than 1500 years, Taiko drums remain an integral part of Japanese cultural history today. The applicability of Taiko music to contemporary music has been especially evident since the 1950’s, when jazz musicians began to incorporate Taiko scores and rhythms in their compositions.
Co-sponsored by the Institute for Medieval Japanese Studies