Japanese Folk Music and Dance at 2017 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
2017/7/24
Shamisen Performance by Kyle Abbott and Mike Penny
The audience enjoys the shamisen performance
On Thursday, July 20, the Consulate General of Japan, in partnership with the 2017 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival presented a special lunchtime concert performance featuring Japanese folk music and dance. Kyle Abbott and Mike Penny of Bachido Shamisen performed both traditional Japanese pieces as well as interpretations of American folk classics on the shamisen. They were joined by Awakko-ren performing the traditional Awa Odori dance of Tokushima Prefecture. About 600 people attended this performance.
Awakko-Ren performs Awa Odori
Awa Odori incorporates both music and dance
Awa Odori dancers wear a unique kimono and hat
Awakko-Ren members dance amongst the crowd
