The Rhyme of Taigu is a lively and powerful work for full orchestra. The piece explores the energy and spirit behind Japanese Taiko, or 'fat drum' (Taigu in Chinese). As a result, the percussion plays a key role, providing an aggressive drive throughout the whole work and often in competition with the brass, particularly in the thrilling climax.

Taigu is the Chinese pronunciation of the Japanese Taiko (fat drum). The piece explores the energy and the spirit behind this unique art form, in whi...