"Wrapped in the large booming voice of Taiko, I am lost to the deep soft sound that resonates from the drum. The sound of taiko gives me a sense of awe. Creating this awesome sound is very hard. It requires physical training and absolute concentration to be in right position, right form and right mind. The power of taiko synchronizes the power of life in me. When this happens, I feel alive."

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Sunday February25, Sunday March 3
Santa Cruz County Symphony Family Concert
Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium

An Exciting performance of the symphony and Taiko!

Saturday March 23,
A Taiko and Ballet Performance
Cabrillo Crocker Theater

Ikuyo introduces new compositions of Taiko; a collaborative work with choreographer Robert Kelley of Santa Cruz Ballet Theater.