Taikoza: Japanese drumming: "Voice of the Earth" celebrating the Autumn Equinox
8 – 9:20PM
aikoza, the masterful Taiko Drummers, are back for two amazing evenings of mindblowing drumming. Come experience the concert “Voice of the Earth” as you celebrate the Autumn Equinox with this high-energy performance of traditional and original Japanese tunes, featuring bamboo flutes and an amazing array of ancestral Taiko drums.
When: Saturday, September 21 at 8 PM and Sunday September 22, 2024 at7 PM
Where: Manhattan Movement and Arts Center, 248 West 60th Street, NYC.
Tickets: $37.00 (member/senior/student $27) - online: taikoza.com
or https://www.eventbrite.com/cc/taikoza-3514509
Train: 59th Street on A, B, C, D and 1 trains.
Discover the exhilarating rhythms of the ancient Taiko drums and the enchanting melodies of bamboo flutes. Taikoza harnesses the potent energy of the Taiko drums to create a captivating atmosphere that transports audiences to new realms of excitement. Drawing from Japan’s vibrant musical and performance traditions, Taikoza has innovatively blended various traditional instruments to produce a fresh, dynamic sound. The group has given performances across Europe, Asia, and extensively toured North America. They have made appearances on ESPN, at the Sumo tournament at Madison Square Garden, and have contributed to the soundtracks of the Nintendo Wii games Red Steel 1 and 2.