“Exuberant, appealing and meticulously drilled, San Jose Taiko seem to genuinely love performing.” San Jose Mercury News

A mesmerizing fusion of the ritual drumming traditions of Japan with contemporary jazz, Latin and African rhythms, San Jose Taiko exemplifies California’s rich artistic heritage. Their innovative theatricality--colorful costuming, dynamic lighting and choreographed movement--guarantees an evening of spellbinding visual drama that’s perfect for the whole family.

General public: $12/$15/$18. Students: $10/$13/$15.

Co-sponsored by KCBX Public Radio 89.9 FM and the UCSB MultiCultural Center.

Workshop open to public observation
Members of San Jose Taiko will coach UCSB student percussionists
in taiko stance, form, technique anad composition.
Tuesday, May 5 / 2-4 p.m. / UCSB MultiCultural Center Theater / Free

FOR TICKETS, CALL (805) 893-3535

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