Japanese Drums
) | Label: ARC MUSIC Catalog: EUCD2866 Format: COMPACT DISC Hiten Ryu Daiko; Hirota, Joji; Tomoe-ryu Yutakadaiko; London Taiko Drummers; Hashimoto, Hideaki; Lockett, Pete; Wadaiko Matsuriza; Joji Hirota & London Taiko Drummers; KyoShinDo; Nihon DaikoFrom Autumn harvest festivals to traditional Japanese folklore steeped in rich history, this album shows the diversity and power of the Japanese drums. From stories of ship-crews being saved by the organization of synchronized beats, to a picturesque soundscape of waves in the sea, to a peaceful thankfulness for loved ones and nature, this release is full of sound stories. This release also features ‘purification drumming’ heard in Buddhist temples before, during and after ceremonies and a famous taiko drum beat symbolizing the sounds of samurai riding on horseback.  Price: $20.98 |