Attend a free lecture/demonstration on the art of performing with taiko (Japanese drums). This unique cultural & educational program introduces drums and percussion instruments of Japan as used in traditional and contemporary music. This 45-minute program is suitable for ages 4+.

Master taiko drummer Kenny Endo began his early music training in western drums & percussion for performance with jazz and classical artists. His taiko ensembles have performed extensively throughout the United States and in many other countries.

This is a production of the University of Hawai‘i Outreach College’s Statewide Cultural Extension Program. Additional funding and support is provided by the Tom F. Carpenter Memorial Fund, National Endowment for the Arts, Hawai‘i State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, and the Friends of Salt Lake/Moanalua Library.

We have taken enhanced health and safety measures for you, our patrons, and our staff. You must follow all posted instructions while visiting and/or participating in library programming. An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. By visiting and/or participating in library programming, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19. Please help keep each other healthy.

If you need an auxiliary aid/service or other accommodation due to a disability, please contact the library at least 7 days prior to the program date.  We will make every attempt to fulfill all request for accommodations.  All programs are subject to change