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RILEY LEE is the first non-Japanese to attain the prestigious
rank, ‘Dai Shihan’ – Grand Master of the Shakuhachi
(bamboo flute). Riley began playing the Shakuhachi in Japan
in 1970. He has performed all over the world and made over 50
internationally released recordings both solo and in collaboration. |
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| TAIKOZ
iis Australia’s most energetic and exciting drumming ensemble
combining the awesome power of Taiko drumming with the ethereal
tones of the bamboo shakuhachi flute. TaikOz regularly collaborates
with some of the greatest names in Japanese music, the premier
Australian symphony orchestras, and leading festivals. . |
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KARAK is one of Australia’s most
virtuosi and versatile percussion duos. They often tour throughout
Northeast QLD and regularly hold concert series at the Judith
Centre of Contemporary Arts, Brisbane and have recorded 3 albums
to date. |
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| CLARENCE
SLOCKEE is a Yidaki (dijeridoo) player and dancer,
having performed with Garrabarra Dance Conpany. His featured
performances are Sydney Dreaming 2003, 2004; Rugby World Cup
Opening Ceremony 2003; Dreaming Festival Woodford 2005; Wagganmagule
Morning ceremony 2003,04,05 and at the Japan World Expo 2005. |
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| NAOYUKI
MANABE is
one of the best Sho player (free-reed mouth pipe organ), an
ancient instrument of the Gagaku, Japan’s imperial court
ensemble. Rarely heard even in Japan, the Sho can conjure up
the stately Heike court of old Kyoto with a single chord. |
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| HIDESHI
TAKATANI is a prominent musician since the 1980’s.
In 1997, he formed the band “TAKATANI” and launched
their self-titled album “TAKATANI” whilst releasing
their songs for the opening and ending theme for The Japanese
TV Program “D.LIVE.” |
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| KRASSY
started drumming when he was 13 years old, since then his
interest had grown to love all kinds of percussion instruments.
Krassy has performed live at concerts all over the world including
North Korea, Sakhlin, Kunashiri Isl., New York and Japan (Japan
World Expo 2005). |
