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| Song Title: |
Miyake |
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| Date Composed: |
Traditional,
adapted for the stage by Kodo |
| Composer: |
Unknown |
| Arrangement: |
Kiyoshi
Nagata |
| Premiere Performance: |
Unknown |
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| This
drumming style, where the players swing back and forth in an elongated
and strenuous stance, originates from Miyake-jima, one of the seven
islands of Izu. Formally called "Miyake-jima Kamitsuki Mikoshi
Daiko", this piece became popularized by the group Kodo and has
become standard repertoire for many taiko groups. The style of Miyaki
Taiko has developed as music for Gozu Tenno Sai - a traditional festival
held in July on Miyake-jima since 1820. In this festival, they keep
playing Miyake Taiko from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm to lead their 'mikoshi'
portable shrines going around the town. |
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