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The Art of Taiko with Kenny Endo

June 24, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 10:45 am

Taiko Drummer Kenny Endo

IN CELEBRATION OF THE 2017 SUMMER READING PROGRAM

Master taiko drummer Kenny Endo and his ensemble will demonstrate and discuss taiko in group and festival drumming. Learn about the different drums and  percussion instruments of Japan as used in traditional and contemporary music. Kenny Endo and his ensemble have performed extensively all over the United States and throughout the world. This 45-minute program is recommended for ages 5 & older. Young children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library of Hawai‘i, Hawaii State Federal Credit Union, Meadow Gold Dairies, Hawaiian Electric Companies, HMS Host, Hansen Distribution Group, Roberts Hawaii, Mitsunaga & Associates, Aloha United Way, and the Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Foundation. This is a production of the University of Hawaii at Manoa Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program with additional funding and support provided by the National Endowment for the Arts, Hawaii State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, and the University of Hawaii.

Program schedule is subject to change. Contact the library 10 days in advance to request a sign language interpreter or if special accommodations are needed.

Details

Date:
June 24, 2017
Time:
10:00 am - 10:45 am
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Island

Oahu

Recommended for

Adults, Children, Families, Teens

Branch

Oahu – Hawaii Kai
249 Lunalilo Home Rd
Honolulu, 96825
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Phone:
808-397-5833

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