Taiko: The Art of Japanese Drumming (An Introduction), by Mark H Rooney - In Person

Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage

** space limited- free tickets day of program** Interactive program exploring instruments & voice in taiko. Volunteers will get to play these BIG drums! Sponsored by FOLMC Grades K-12, Adults

**Free tickets will be available the day of the program on the third floor. Space is limited** This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of history and Japanese vocabulary, as well. Performances include the chance for volunteers to get up and try their hand at playing these BIG drums! For Grades K-12 and Adults.

Mark H Rooney has been a taiko student, teacher, performer and collaborator for the past 18 years all around the U.S., Japan, and Europe. Mark’s particular emphasis on “connection” and high-energy teaching style appeals to audiences of all ages.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, Montgomery County. 

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People who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing should request English-language captioning or sign-language interpretation at least five days before the library-sponsored program they plan to attend. Contact the Assistant Facilities and Accessibility Program Manager at 240-777-0002 with all other accommodation requests.

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