Tamagawa University's Taiko and Dance is a lot of fun to watch. With a cast of over 30 drummers and dancers, it's really amazing to watch how precise they are. The drumming is extordinary. There's a timeless quality to the pieces being performed. The raw energy of the performers mixed with their obvious love for their craft creates a wonderful atmosphere.
This is a real cultural exchange between Japan and the United States and it really does feel special. It's evident that the performers love what they are doing and it makes the performance all the more enjoyable.
For the most part the boys drum and the girls dance. The women, however, do have a drum piece in this years performance. It was a great piece and it made me want to see more of them drumming. I think, in particular, I was hoping to see the men and women drum together at some point.
Overall it's a wonderful show with a great cast. They still have nine more shows on their US tour. If you have a chance I'd definitely recommend catching them. It's the type of highly energetic showt that even kids will enjoy. Here's a list of their upcoming shows:
- April 1, 7pm at Colgate University, Memorial Chapel
- April 3, 7pm at Hamilton College, Wellin Hall
- April 5, 7:30pm at West Chester University, Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall
- April 6, 4pm & 8pm at Painted Bride Art Center
- April 7, 7pm Swarthmore College, Lang Concert Hall
- April 9, 7:30pm at Westtown School, Berton Test Theatre
- April 12, 12pm at Free Gallery of Art
- April 12, 5pm at Japan Bowl
- April 13, 10AM National Cherry Blossom Festival, Washington D.C.
- April 13, 2pm at National Cherry Blossom, Washington D.C.
- April 14, 11AM & 1PM at Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival of Greater Philideophia
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