Damm-Hoo Daiko (SP)-P

Hoo-Daiko by Robert J. Damm is a percussion sextet that was inspired by traditional Japanese Taiko drumming. This piece is based on typical rhythm patterns found in the Matsuri (folk festivals), in which Taiko plays a prominent role.

This piece requires 5 marching bass drums, graduated in size and pitch, which are to be placed on chairs with the heads parallel to the floor. Player 6 requires a conga drum, a concert bass drum, and a suspended Chinese cymbal. All performers may use sticks similar to the bachi (taiko sticks) by cutting 1" diameter dowels into lengths of approximately 13 inches.