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The taiko is a Japanese drum that comes in various sizes and is used to play a variety of musical genres. It has become particularly popular in recent years as the central instrument of percussion ensembles whose repertory is based on a variety of folk and festival music of the past. Such taiko music is played by large drum ensembles called kumi-daiko.

Its origins are uncertain, but can be sketched out as far back as the 6th and 7th centuries, when a clay figure of a drummer indicates its existence. China influences followed, but the instrument and its music remained uniquely Japanese. Taiko drums during this period were used during battle to intimidate the enemy and to communicat ...
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MELANCHOLY JAPANESE TRADITIONAL - (by Doubletime Creations)  Year: 2012
Doubletime Creations Dreamy visions in a misty Buddhist temple. Features shakuhachi, koto, and taiko drum in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai" and "Dream" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Taiko  
545603 1:25 Slow 62 USD $67.95  
60sec - Japanese, Taiko  
545627 1:00 Slow 62 USD $54.95  
30sec A - Japanese, Taiko  
545624 0:30 Slow 62 USD $34.95  
30sec B - Japanese, Taiko  
545626 0:30 Slow 62 USD $34.95  
15sec - Japanese, Japanese Dramatic  
545622 0:15 Slow 62 USD $29.95  


RED DRAGON VS. PHOENIX - (by Solace)  Year: 2005
Solace Introduction of calling Tibetan horns fades into dramatic, intricate and syncopated Taiko drum rhythms, crescendoing into a thundering almost violent and intense climax with a mournful calling ending. Sounds like mythological creatures battling, two armies clashing, enemies fighting to the death. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Taiko
752489 4:11 Med Fast 133 USD $104.95  
Variation A (30 Second Edit) - Japanese, Taiko
764889 0:30 Med Fast 133 USD $31.95  
Variation B (60 Second Edit) - Japanese, Taiko
764891 1:00 Med Fast 133 USD $71.95  
Variation C (Edit 90 Seconds) - Japanese, Taiko
764893 1:30 Med Fast 133 USD $88.95  
60sec (60 Second Edit) - Japanese, Taiko
764890 1:00 Med Fast 133 USD $71.95  
30sec (Dragon vs Phoenix 30 sec ) - Japanese, Taiko
764888 0:30 Med Fast 133 USD $41.95  


FESTIVE JAPANESE TRADITIONAL - (by Doubletime Creations)  Year: 2012
Doubletime Creations Vibrant Japanese instrumental in traditional taiko style. Features singing flute and driving taiko drums in an upbeat groove suitable for traditional Japanese ceremonies and anything needing lively accompaniment. Perfect for scenes portraying spirited action or Japanese historical culture. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
60sec - Japanese, Taiko  
545405 1:06 Medium 122 USD $67.95  
30sec - Japanese, Japanese Dramatic  
658420 0:31 Medium 122 USD $39.95  
15sec - Japanese, Japanese Ethereal  
658421 0:16 Medium 122 USD $34.95  


SOLEMN JAPANESE TRADITIONAL - (by Doubletime Creations)  Year: 2012
Doubletime Creations Dreamy visions in a misty Buddhist temple. Features shakuhachi, koto, and gong in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai" and "Dream" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Taiko  
545604 1:14 Slow 70 USD $39.95  
30sec - Japanese, Japanese Folk  
658410 0:31 Slow 70 USD $39.95  
15sec - Japanese, Japanese Ethereal  
658411 0:16 Slow 70 USD $34.95  


CHRYSANTHEMUM CREEK - (by Cyril Baranov)  Year: 2014
Cyril Baranov Chrysanthemum Creek. Slow meditative composition with elements of Japanese traditional music. Music of large plains, silent woods and windless mountains. Sound picture with the heart of rising sun. Played by small ensemble of taiko drums and bamboo flute. Main full version. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Japanese Folk
685013 2:26 Med Slow 86 USD $82.95  
Variation (Taiko Drums Texture) - Japanese, Taiko
685012 2:28 Med Slow 86 USD $82.95  


JAPANESE INCANTATION - (by Doubletime Creations)  Year: 2013
Doubletime Creations Vibrant Japanese instrumental in traditional taiko style. Features singing flute and driving taiko drums in an upbeat groove suitable for traditional Japanese ceremonies and anything needing lively accompaniment. Perfect for scenes portraying spirited action or Japanese historical culture. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
60sec - Japanese, Taiko  
590431 1:06 Fast 165 USD $39.95  


NINJA BOY - (by Doubletime Creations)  Year: 2016
Doubletime Creations Vibrant Japanese instrumental in a traditional style. Features piccolo, shakuhachi, koto, and driving taiko drums in a happy, jaunting mood. Suitable for comedy, animation, or a kids show. Perfect for scenes portraying Japanese culture and lively moments. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Taiko  
779248 1:16 Medium 120 USD $39.95  


LIVING IN JAPAN (MAIN MIX) - (by Alec Makinson)  Year: 2010
Alec Makinson Vibrant, optimistic, uptempo and contemporary Far Eastern corporate underscore, with a flavour of traditional Japan. A picture of Japan today, from the busy city financial institutions and money markets to the people's lives. Features traditional Japanese instruments alongside modern western beats. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Dramatic
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track (main mix) - Japanese, Japanese Dramatic
431295 3:06 Slow 78 USD $308.95  
60sec (60sec) - Japanese, Ryukyuan Contemporary
431320 1:03 Slow 78 USD $202.95  
30sec (30sec) - Japanese, J-Pop
431308 0:32 Slow 78 USD $113.95  
Logo (logo phrase) - Japanese, Taiko
431296 0:19 Slow 78 USD $66.95  
Bed (stripped down mix) - Japanese, Japan
431297 1:10 Slow 78 USD $202.95  


KURODA JAPANESE TRADITIONAL - (by Doubletime Creations)  Year: 2012
Doubletime Creations Dreamy visions in a misty Buddhist temple. Features shakuhachi and taiko drum in a slow, meditative, trance-like tempo. Perfect for quiet scenes, moments of relaxation, and Japanese period films similar to "The Last Samurai" and "Dream" by Kurosawa. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Taiko  
545575 2:25 Slow 64 USD $74.95  
60sec - Japanese, Japanese Folk  
658422 1:03 Slow 64 USD $67.95  
30sec - Japanese, Japanese Ethereal  
658423 0:31 Slow 64 USD $39.95  


SAMURAI PREPARES (STRINGS BASS AND DRUMS ADDED) - (by Adam DiTroia)  Year: 2011
Adam DiTroia An authentic yet modern Asian inspired track featuring thunderous Taiko drums and Asian percussion, Koto, Shamisen, strings, and rock elements such as fretless bass and drums. Alternate mixes and versions available also. Would work well in both dramatic and educational projects and more. Thank you. Instrumental, Action, Impending Pending Music
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Variation (+Strings/Bass/Drums ) - Action, Impending Pending Music  
463474 1:06 Med Fast 140 USD $27.95  
Full Track - Asian, Asian Dramatic
463471 1:06 Med Fast 140 USD $47.95  
Variation A (Asian Elements Only) - Japanese, Japanese Dramatic  
463472 0:59 Med Fast 140 USD $17.95  
Variation B (Perc and Drums Only) - Japanese, Taiko  
463473 1:06 Med Fast 140 USD $27.95  


THUNDERSTORM - (by Cyril Baranov)  Year: 2012
Cyril Baranov Thunderstorm. Ensemble of traditional Japanese drums – taiko. Whirlpool of beats, rhythms and emotions. Music where lightning comes along with the sun and thunderstorm along with the birds song. Music of fierce battle with demons and music of good harvest. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Taiko
562804 2:19 Med Fast 147 USD $82.95  


THE MOON OVER THE RUINED CASTLE - (by Cyril Baranov)  Year: 1901
Cyril Baranov Kojo no Tsuki (translated as “The Moon over the Ruined Castle”). A famous Japanese song, composed in the Meiji Period. Although it was written by composer Rentaro Taki in 1901 song quickly become one of the most popular piece of Japanese Traditional music. Version for shamisen and taiko drums. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Folk
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Japanese Folk
636016 2:35 Slow 76 USD $86.95  
Variation A (Koto & Taiko Version) - Japanese, Japanese Folk
636013 2:35 Slow 76 USD $86.95  
Variation B (Shakuhachi & Koto Version) - Japanese, Japanese Folk
636014 2:13 Slow 76 USD $82.95  
Variation C (Shakuhachi, Koto & Taiko) - Japanese, Japanese Folk
636015 2:35 Slow 76 USD $86.95  
Variation D (Taiko Drums Texture) - Japanese, Taiko
636017 2:35 Slow 76 USD $43.95  


MT FUJI DAIKO EXPEDITION - TAIKO AND GAKU-DAIKO - (by Connor Helms)  Year: 2012
Connor Helms Authentic Japanese Daiko Ensemble - This track features the abrasive and pervasive Gaku-daiko in a battle agaist the taiko. Fast, furious, primal, this track is perfect for action packed montages in films and swordfighting/gunplay scenes in video games. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Variation - Japanese, Taiko  
566628 1:33 Mixed 90 USD $82.95  
Full Track A - Drums, Taiko Drums  
566363 1:27 Very Fast 180 USD $117.95  
Full Track B - Drums, Taiko Drums  
566367 1:48 Fast 150 USD $120.95  
Full Track C - Drums, Taiko Drums  
566503 4:23 Med Slow 80 USD $120.95  
Full Track D - Drums, Taiko Drums  
566556 3:19 Med Slow 100 USD $120.95  
Variation - Drums, Taiko Drums  
566557 1:54 Med Slow 90 USD $120.95  
60sec - Drums, Taiko Drums  
566558 1:02 Mixed 80 USD $104.95  
30sec - Drums, Taiko Drums  
566559 0:35 Mixed USD $67.95  


DYNASTIES - (by Anthony Davilio)  Year: 2013
Anthony Davilio Traditional Japanese music using only Japanese instruments. Light, bright mood and positive energy. Instrumental, Japanese, Taiko
Type Play Track Info Catalog ID Min:Sec Tempo & BPM Price Control
Full Track - Japanese, Taiko
616474 2:10 Med Slow 103 USD $126.95  

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