Friday, November 28, 2008

Columbus International Festival - Taiko

Earlier this month the Kirkersville Honors Taiko group performed at the Columbus International Festival in Columbus, Ohio. The group consists of students from Kirkersville Elementary School and Watkins Middle School. The drumming is very dramatic, it's movements filled with symbolism.

International Festival - Taiko

The kids are dedicated and do a great job thanks to the direction of their instructor, Mrs. Ungericht.

International Festival - Taiko

Before our group took the stage, a dance group was performing. There was an old lady in the audience who was truly enjoying the music. When the dance group invited everyone to join in the dancing, she was immediately on the dance floor. You can see from the images below how much she was enjoying herself. Here is an example of living life to its fullest!

International Festival

International Festival

I shot the event with existing light using 50mm and 135mm lenses.

1 comment:

Cindy Zaino said...

May I use a photo for SWL's Superintendent search brochure? These photos are great! Thanks, Cindy Zaino at cindyzaino@gmail.com