Performed by Chieko Kojima & Kaoru Watanabe at Rhythmix Cultural Works on Friday March 4, 2011 as part of the Island to Island concert.
This piece is Chieko's interpretation of a traditional drumming style from the Hachijo Islands.
Chieko Kojima is a founding member of Kodo from Japan. Kaoru Watanabe is a former member of Kodo who currently performs and teaches in New York City.
Video shot and edited by Pons Maar.
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