Blending Japanese philosophy
into a variety of music styles
to create
lyrical, aesthetic and delightful sound
for body and soul
WaFoo, literally meaning "wind of Japan" or simply "Japanese style," is a unique and extraordinary ensemble of seven talented New
York based musicians, each of whom has performed all over
the world, Europe, Asia and the United States.
Upcoming Concert
WaFoo & MCCE:
WaFoo & MCCE: The Passion
Musical Chairs Chamber Ensemble with guests WaFoo
Featuring World Premieres by Kazuo Nakamura & Takeshi Asai
MCCE:
Tamara Keshecki: flute
Lucy Corwin: violin
Madeline Casparie: cello
WaFoo:
Kazuo Nakamura: bass
Takeshi Asai: piano
Yuuki Koike: flute & sax
Sunday, Jan. 28th, 2018
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Admission:
General $15, Museum Member $12, Student under 22yrs old $5)
Staten Island Museum
1000 Richmond Terrace, Staten Island, NY
Queens Library International Resource Center presents
WaFoo: Japanese Fusion Music and Beyond
Featuring distinctive Japanese traditional instrument 'Koto' and ‘ Taiko' Drums, the concert will present the original music of WaFoo, which is a unique mixture of Japanese philosophy with a variety of music styles. As the most of the audience commented on their past concerts, the music will be soothing, beautiful, inspiring and absolutely enjoyable.
This program is made possible with a grant from Queens Library
Feb. 18th, 2018
2:00 - 3:00 PM (Free Admission)
Queens Flushing Library
International Resource Center *Auditorium, Lower Level*
41-17 Main Street
Flushing, NY
Auditorium - Free Admission
The Composers Now Festival celebrates living composers, the diversity of their voices, and the significance of their musical contributions to our society. During the month of February, the Festival brings together myriad performances ranging in genre from jazz to indie, classical to post-classical, experimental to folk, and beyond. Composers will be in attendance at all events. Composers Now is a project partner of The Fund for the City of New York.
WaFoo Concert at School in Greenwich CT
Friday Feb. 23rd, 2018 - New Lebanon School
TBA, 2018 - Julian Curtiss School
WaFoo Debut CD "Organic Mood"
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1. When the Moon Talks
2. Spring Thunder
3. Portrait of Spring
4. The Gala
5. Sakura Sakura
6. Felicity
7. Tales of Silence
8. Happy Song |
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Check out the WaFoo & MCCE Collaboration on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/user/MusicalChairsSI/search?query=wafoo
WaFoo Blog
