Mazeru is the Japanese word for "mix" and taiko (daiko) is the Japanese word for "drum". Maze Daiko creates an exciting mix of instrumentation and rhythms with the physical elegance and powerful sounds of taiko. Ensemble members include: Janet Koike, Kathryn Cabunoc, Carolyn West, Cristine Sato and Bean (aka Tina Blaine - also featured on djembe, dumbek and marimba), plus special guest artist, Meri Mitsuyoshi playing fue (Japanese flute). Maze creates intricate rhythms that fill the stage with energetic choreography and vibrant sound. The group is available for school shows, festivals, concerts and corporate events.

UPCOMING SHOWS:

Friday, April 25th @ 8:00pm and

Saturday, April 26th @ 2:00 pm.

"Ghosts & Girls" with Mark Izu, Brenda Wong-Aoki and KK Izu Aoki at the SFJCC. More info.

May 31st @ 8:00: Ghosts & Girls at RCW, 2513 Blanding Avenue, Alameda, CA. More Info

Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door.

Maze Daiko is available for school shows and corporate events as well. For booking information, please click here.

Below is a brief history of RhythMix, the ensemble that led to the formation of Rhythmix Cultural Works:

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Performance History
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Corporate

Brief History of RhythMix
Formed in June of 1997, the RhythMix ensemble made its debut performance at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts to Celebrate the 10th anniversary of KQED "Forum". Inspired by music traditions of Cuba, Japan, Africa and the Middle East, Carolyn Brandy, Janet Koike, Tina Blaine, Naomi True, and Terrie Wright each brought their talents to the stage for a polyrhythmic celebration of sound. Their inventive performances featured Congas, Djembe, Marimba, Taiko and Voice. This globally inspired ensemble was ahead of its time in creating a unique cross-cultural blend of high-energy movement, song and rhythm and laid the groundwork for the launch of RhythMix Community Arts Center in Alameda, CA. Please visit the performer's links above to see what groups they are currently performing with.

Corporate Events

RhythMix also performed at a number of corporate events and customized our client's shows in unusual ways. For example, at a Palm Pilot Conference, RhythMix took part in the conceptual planning for the conference and opened each day's session with 20' images of shadow drummers.

Photos: Agilent Women's Conference in Santa Clara "Follow your Dreams."