Triangle Taiko

Upcoming Performances

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Saturday, June 2, 2012 – “Co-Op-A-Fair: Celebrating Cooperatives, Community and You” from 2:15 – 3:00pm in Diamond View Park, Durham – Free admission

Saturday, July 7, 2012 – Nippon Club Summer Festival at NC Japan Center at 5 pm in Raleigh

Sunday, September 23, 2012 – The Sunday in the Park Concert Series, Pullen Park with Special Taiko at 6pm – Free admission

Hanami

triangletaiko — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 16:59:09 +0000

“Hanami” is the Japanese traditional custom of appreciating the beauty of flowers. The custom is said to have started in Japan during the Nara Period (710–794) when the ume (plum) blossoms were admired, but as time went on, sakura (cherry blossoms) became the favored flower to watch. Today in Japan, hanami mostly consists of having an outdoor party beneath the sakura with friends, family, or coworkers. April is one of the best month’s to be able to enjoy this beautiful event. If you can’t make it to Japan, you can still enjoy the National Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington, DC. The National Cherry Blossom Festival commemorates the 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Mayor Yukio Ozaki of Tokyo to the city of Washington, DC.

Japanese fun fact

triangletaiko — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:27:10 +0000

On Valentine’s Day, it’s common for Japanese women to give chocolates to men. Chocolates given to co-workers and bosses are usually considered giri-choco, whereas chocolates given to a special man from a woman is called “honmei (prospective winner)-choco.” But the men aren’t off the hook from this gift giving holiday. Exactly a month later, there’s a follow-up on March 14 called White Day when the men reciprocate with bigger and better gifts.

Holiday Express at Pullen Pak

triangletaiko — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:10:40 +0000

Triangle Taiko will be performing next at the Holiday Express, a holiday event where Pullen Park is transformed into a Winter Wonderland by the Raleigh Parks and Rec department. The park will have holiday lights and displays, a lighted train ride, concessions, antique carousel ride, crafts and a visit with Santa.

Make sure to check out out Santa hats and candy cane bachi.

We will be performing on the following days and times:

When: Friday, December 9th at 6 pm
When: Saturday, December 10th at 7 pm
When: Sunday, December 11th at 7 pm

Where: Pullen Park 520 Ashe Avenue, Raleigh, NC 27606

Cost: Day of event tickets may be purchased at Pullen Park for $10/person. Children under 2 years are free with a paying adult.

2011 International Festival

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Beginning Friday, September 30th, the Raleigh Convention Center will be home to the 26th International Festival. This event is three-days of International dance, music, food, and cultural exhibits. You can enjoy cooking demonstrations, dance demonstrations, kids can visit Sophia’s corner for a scavenger hunt and story-telling, or you can sit, relax, and enjoy a variety of foods while watching over 30 different cultures perform on the Main Stage.

Triangle Taiko will be performing on the Main Stage twice during the International Festival.

When: Saturday, October 1
Time: 8:15 pm

When: Sunday, October 2
Time: 5:25 pm

International Festival Program

Upcoming event

triangletaiko — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 15:01:34 +0000

Triangle Taiko can be seen next at Meredith College. This performance will be a charity event for orphans from the recent Japanese Tsunami. All donations will go to support “Tohoku Rainbow House of Ashinaga”, a non-profit organization dedicated to the recovery of March 11 Tsunami Orphans.

In collaboration with Meredith’s Department of Communication and Performing Arts, Triangle Taiko will be featured, along with other Japanese instrumentals, including flute, Koto, and viola players. There will also be a piano duo, dance performance, and singer/song-writer. So please join us.

An Evening of Japanese Music from Ancient to Anime

–Benefiting Orphans of Tsunami –

Date/Time: Saturday, September 24, at 7 pm; doors will open at 6:30 pm
Location: Jones Hall (Auditorium) at Meredith College | Parking & campus map
Admission: Free, but donations for Tsunami Orphans will be accepted

Concert for Peace

triangletaiko — Mon, 05 Sep 2011 01:25:58 +0000

Triangle Taiko will be performing next at the September Concert for Peace hosted by the Sister Cities of Durham, Inc.

When: Saturday, September 10, 2011

Where: Place: Riverside High School (GlaxoSmithKline Theatre within the high school), 3218 Rose of Sharon Road, Durham, NC 27712. Google Map | Mapquest

Time: 3:00 PM.

Admission is free.

Concert in the Park

triangletaiko — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 01:51:57 +0000

We may be in the process of moving our practice venue, but it doesn’t stop us from performing. If you missed us at the Natsu Matsuri, you can catch us at the Sunday in the Park Concert Series hosted by the Raleigh Parks and Rec.

Date – Sunday, August 28
Location – Fletcher Park located at 820 Clay Street, Raleigh
Time: 6 – 7 pm

Bring your lawn chairs or a blanket and enjoy the show.

2011 Natsu-Matsuri/Bon Odori (Japanese Summer Festival)

triangletaiko — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 13:41:06 +0000

You can see Triangle Taiko next at the annual Natsu-Matsuri. Besides for some Japanese drumming, you can enjoy traditional Japanese festival foods such as Yakisoba, Yakitori, and Snowcone will be available for purchase.

Date/Time :　Saturday, August 13th, Check In 4:00
Place :　NC Japan Center (705 Barbour Dr., Raleigh)
Participation fee :　Free

For more information, check out the flyer.

July 4th

triangletaiko — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 01:27:56 +0000

You’ll be able to see Triangle Taiko and Triangle Special Taiko at the NC State Fairgrounds on Monday, July 4th. Our performance begins at 7:45 pm. We’ll be playing one of our new songs, “Omiyage”, while Triangle Special Taiko will be showcasing their new song, “Miyake”.

The July 4th celebration is presented by The City of Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department in collaboration with the NC State Fair. Free Admission! Free Parking! Gates open at 5 pm. Activities at No Charge from 5:30 to 9 pm! Fireworks at 9:45pm.