Eugene Taiko is a community-based Japanese drumming ensemble that has been performing for audiences throughout Oregon since 1989. Taiko simply means "drum" in Japanese, but Eugene Taiko truly brings its drums alive with powerful beats and spellbinding rhythms. Performing modern interpretations of traditional pieces as well as their own compositions, the members of Eugene Taiko bring their energetic enthusiasm to each of the group's performances.
The members of Eugene Taiko are:
Avery Ewing
Ben Gerhart
Helen Liu
Lisa Meyer
Mika Welborn
Pradnya Garud
Randy Nishimura
Lois Yoshishige
Hector Rodriguez
Masayo Simon
Kelly Terwilliger
Ruja Testa
Below are picture from our past and present!