News 2012
The 4th Japanese Culture Class 2012 -Wadaiko-
In FY 2012, the 4th Japanese Culture Class was Wadaiko ("Japanese drum"), instructed by Mr. Kazuo Nakamura from Ushiku Kappa Daiko.
The class started with two Wadaiko practicing lessons on August 27 and 29. Some of the 17 participants encountered difficulties to learn the unique Japanese rhythm. Therefore, many participants borrowed drumsticks to have additional practice at home by watching Wadaiko performance on YouTube.
As the final lesson and highlight of this class, the participants gave a wonderful Wadaiko performance at Ninomiya House Summer Festival on August 31. Afterward, one participant said that he just got an unforgettable memory of Japan.
The class started with two Wadaiko practicing lessons on August 27 and 29. Some of the 17 participants encountered difficulties to learn the unique Japanese rhythm. Therefore, many participants borrowed drumsticks to have additional practice at home by watching Wadaiko performance on YouTube.
As the final lesson and highlight of this class, the participants gave a wonderful Wadaiko performance at Ninomiya House Summer Festival on August 31. Afterward, one participant said that he just got an unforgettable memory of Japan.
Practicing to play wadaiko.
Practicing wadaiko with an instructor..
Wadaiko performance at the summer festival.
They showed a harmonious performance.