San Jose Taiko by Becca
After I read the study guide, I expected the performance to be a classic Japanese ceremony, completely spoken in Japanese. When the actual performance began, I was very surprised by it. It was much more modern that I had anticipated and the things that they were doing looked so entirely difficult I was amazed by how they accomplished them.
I was impressed by the strength the performers had, both physically and mentally. They knew exactly when to hit their drum and which direction to move I was thoroughly in awe. They moved which such grace and composure that I didn’t expect when the performance began. When the show ended, I stood up and applauded my hear out, most in amazement and somewhat in envy at how talented the people in this performance was.
My favorite part of this performance was when each of the performers sort of had a solo where they could show off the talent they possessed. When each person was done with their solo they kind of passed the energy onto another performer form themselves. I thought that was so impressive. My least favorite part of the performance was the duet performed in the third act. Of course the people in it were very talented and the piece itself was powerful but it wasn’t as upbeat as the other performances. I thought it sort of slowed down the show.
I would describe this experience as an unforgettable evening that I would love to relive. Whether it was the powerful emotions the pieces performed possessed or the fun each act had in store, I really enjoyed this performance.
From this experience, I learned that to achieve a goal you must work at it. The performers that we spoke to after the performance have been working at San Jose Taiko nearly all their lives. Each performer had built so much muscle up in their arms I couldn’t believe it. They didn’t just decide over night that this what they wanted to do. They worked and toiled over this performance. I just hope I can be as dedicated at something I want to accomplish.
What I learned about myself after this performance was that I can reach any goal I desire, as long as I am devoted to it. I need to enjoy what I am working for and that there isn’t a goal in the world not worth working hard.
I was impressed by the strength the performers had, both physically and mentally. They knew exactly when to hit their drum and which direction to move I was thoroughly in awe. They moved which such grace and composure that I didn’t expect when the performance began. When the show ended, I stood up and applauded my hear out, most in amazement and somewhat in envy at how talented the people in this performance was.
My favorite part of this performance was when each of the performers sort of had a solo where they could show off the talent they possessed. When each person was done with their solo they kind of passed the energy onto another performer form themselves. I thought that was so impressive. My least favorite part of the performance was the duet performed in the third act. Of course the people in it were very talented and the piece itself was powerful but it wasn’t as upbeat as the other performances. I thought it sort of slowed down the show.
I would describe this experience as an unforgettable evening that I would love to relive. Whether it was the powerful emotions the pieces performed possessed or the fun each act had in store, I really enjoyed this performance.
From this experience, I learned that to achieve a goal you must work at it. The performers that we spoke to after the performance have been working at San Jose Taiko nearly all their lives. Each performer had built so much muscle up in their arms I couldn’t believe it. They didn’t just decide over night that this what they wanted to do. They worked and toiled over this performance. I just hope I can be as dedicated at something I want to accomplish.
What I learned about myself after this performance was that I can reach any goal I desire, as long as I am devoted to it. I need to enjoy what I am working for and that there isn’t a goal in the world not worth working hard.
posted by ISC On Stage @ 11:03 AM
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