Tampa Taiko at the Dunedin Brewery April 29, 2008

Taiko drums are deeply entrenched in the fabric of Japanese History. Taiko drums were used to drive away evil spirits and pests harmful to crops. By imitating the sound of thunder, it was believed that the spirit of rain would be invoked into action. At harvest time, Taiko drums were played to offer thanks for a bountiful crop. Taiko drums were often used in wartime to motivate troops, to help set a marching pace, and to call out orders or announcements.

This is from the Dunedin Brewery in Dunedin, Florida USA. Asoka Compton and Ron Collins are featured playing Renshu and Matsuri Daiko as the Tuesday night drum circle crowd adds to the energy.

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