Taiko Rumble

This piece is a rhythmic puzzle with many small ideas that all combine and fit together in interesting ways to create an overarching idea.

1:37

This song aims to dwepict the mood of the Shinto goddess Amaterasu, after she was ridiculed by her brother, and went into hiding. The flute (shinobue) is used to emulate wailing, which then turns to sad resignation. The odaiko solo in the middle brings a little of her anger and aggression into the piece.

1:41 · 70 BPM

This piece explores traditional-styled taiko rhythms mixed with samba back beats. Fun and dancy with an explosive ending.

1:32 · 150 BPM

This piece portrays the feeling of being at sea, rocking on the waves, and also traversing a storm.

1:34 · 80 BPM

The sounds of a traditional Japanese taiko ensemble combine in an non-traditional way to create an atmosphere of night creatures awakening. Some small and harmless, and others huge and dangerous!

1:33 · 175 BPM

A classic chase scene track that uses the taiko drums playing combined duple and triple rhythms to portray the hunter seeking the hunted.

1:21 · 145 BPM

In this piece the Japanese taiko drums create a swaggering feel (pirates chanting at sea during a storm). This song also features the bamboo shinobue playing a lively Celtic influenced melody in three-part harmony.

1:33 · 95 BPM

This song is a meandering and upbeat song that is inspired by people simply greeting one another and sharing a positive moment. the interlocking rhythms as well as the melody played by the flute portray a sunny, relaxed day that is made even better by sharing the experience with those around you.

1:17 · 75 BPM

This song is meant to portray the tension and excitement of doing something new and challenging, and not knowing what to expect (i.e. Noah setting sail in the Ark). The various textures of the taiko ensemble are used to create and resolve tension as the elements combine to send Noah on a successful maiden voyage.

1:29 · 155 BPM

This song features the Japanese taiko playing in the more modern swing style. The song is two groups pitted against one another in a call / response format to create a fun and lively rhythmic combination.

1:36 · 150 BPM

Based on a set of traditional Japanese "matsuri" or festival rhythms, this track implements the taiko drums and a celtic-infused melody on the Shinobue to create an upbeat and lively atmosphere with a traditional Celtic / Japanese flare.

1:31 · 170 BPM

"Bending Time" features the traditional Japanese taiko ensemble playing in a juxtaposition of duple (4/4) and triple (12/8) meters, creating a powerful atmosphere of conflict / resolution.

1:41 · 175 BPM

Assimilation features two opposing groups of taiko drums, each trying to force the other into their independent rhythms. The result is a feeling of uncertainty and tension that occasionally resolves, but then shifts out of phase again and again.

1:31 · 170 BPM