This group of innovative emerging artists from Japan transcends time and place to lead the audience on a journey back to the roots of Japanese music and push the restraints of their traditional training to present an energetic musical exploration. Wednesday January 16 2008 7:30pm   Aratani/Japan America Theatre $20 General Admission $15 JACCC Members, Seniors and Students Buy tickets online Click here for Hogaku flyer pdf Click here for Hogaku postcard pdf Click here to watch the Hogaku clip
	Hisami Wakayagi with Guest Artists from Japan Wakayagi Kikosaemon and Wakayagi Sanjyuro Special Guest Keiko Yonamine and her Okinawa group. This concert offers a rare opportunity to experience Japanese traditional dance and Okinawa dance as Mme. Wakayagi reprises “Shizuhatabi” from her triumphant performance at the National Theater of Japan this past October. Special guest artist Keiko Yonamine and her colorful troupe will showcase the beauty and grace of Okinawa Ryu-kyu dance. Saturday January 19 2008 12:40pm Aratani/Japan America Theatre $35 General Admission
		Award-winning taiko virtuoso Shuichi Hidano celebrates his 20th anniversary as a taiko artist with his first concert in Los Angeles. Hidano has captivated audiences in over 20 countries with his innovative approach to rhythm and dynamic beats. Some of LA’s premier jazz, Latin, and rock studio musicians along with special guests on koto and shamisen join Hidano as well as a 30-member group from the Taiko Center of Los Angeles. Saturday February 16 2008 8pm Aratani/Japan America Theatre $25 General Admission $22 JACCC Members For more information, call (626) 307-3839 Buy tickets online www.taikocenter.com Click here for Hidano flyer pdf Click here for Hogaku poster pdf Click here for Hidano postcard pdf
		These programs are co-sponsored in part by The Japan Foundation