San Jose Taiko by Aaron
The taiko has a mind of its own, and in a sense speaks to us. The taiko can be used in a number of different settings. Whether it is used in warfare to intimidate the enemy, or to just have fun and enjoy its sound. The drums were very enjoyable to listen too and had a very interesting sound. The taiko can truly move us.
The taikos themselves were very beautiful. Some were really big and others were small. The larger drum used in the beginning of the show was the neatest. I liked the deep sound that it made. It made a very low groan after the drum was struck, and it almost sounded like a voice speaking. It kind of directed and kept the rhythm of the other drums. I also like the sound of the smaller drum, which made a higher sound that added a crisp sound to the performance. The rhythm they used was very unique. Each act had a different and interesting rhythm to it. They made an assortment of sounds with just one drum. They created these interesting sounds by hitting the side, beating the drum in the center or the outer part, and brushed over the top. The drums created a peaceful and enjoyable show.
The technique they used was amazing. They could hit the drum without causing the drum to move across the floor. The drumsticks they used were not the average sized drumstick. They were much larger which probably added a different sound. Also the dancing they incorporated in the show added feeling to the drumming. In the beginning one performer danced as if she was experimenting with the drum. Sometimes they danced trying to represent the waves of the sea. Other times they just danced for fun. It took more than just the drums to make the performance complete.
Every act had a different meaning. Sometimes it described the past and present of Japanese culture and other times it explained the life around us. Words were not needed for these explanations but only the drums. That’s why the drums seem to have a voice of their own. Each act must have had much thought and feeling put into it to make it as interesting as it was.
Overall, I thought the performance was very interesting and enjoyable. The drums, the performers, the dancing, and the meaning of the show made for one great performance. This is one show that would see time and time again.
The taikos themselves were very beautiful. Some were really big and others were small. The larger drum used in the beginning of the show was the neatest. I liked the deep sound that it made. It made a very low groan after the drum was struck, and it almost sounded like a voice speaking. It kind of directed and kept the rhythm of the other drums. I also like the sound of the smaller drum, which made a higher sound that added a crisp sound to the performance. The rhythm they used was very unique. Each act had a different and interesting rhythm to it. They made an assortment of sounds with just one drum. They created these interesting sounds by hitting the side, beating the drum in the center or the outer part, and brushed over the top. The drums created a peaceful and enjoyable show.
The technique they used was amazing. They could hit the drum without causing the drum to move across the floor. The drumsticks they used were not the average sized drumstick. They were much larger which probably added a different sound. Also the dancing they incorporated in the show added feeling to the drumming. In the beginning one performer danced as if she was experimenting with the drum. Sometimes they danced trying to represent the waves of the sea. Other times they just danced for fun. It took more than just the drums to make the performance complete.
Every act had a different meaning. Sometimes it described the past and present of Japanese culture and other times it explained the life around us. Words were not needed for these explanations but only the drums. That’s why the drums seem to have a voice of their own. Each act must have had much thought and feeling put into it to make it as interesting as it was.
Overall, I thought the performance was very interesting and enjoyable. The drums, the performers, the dancing, and the meaning of the show made for one great performance. This is one show that would see time and time again.
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