Golden rhythm from UCLA's Marching Band echoes through Japan
UCLA Bruin Marching Band Shines in Asia
The UCLA Bruin Marching Band has made a name for itself in Asia, performing not only at the Ekitopia Festival in Nagoya, Japan, but also at the Chinese New Year Night Parade in Hong Kong and the Taoyuan International Band Festival in Taiwan.
The band's most recent Asian adventure took place in May 2018, when they participated in the 35th annual Ekitopia Festival Parade. The event, held in Nagoya, Japan on May 4 and 5, saw the UCLA Bruin Marching Band as the featured performer. Governor of Aichi Prefecture, Hideaki Omura, was present to welcome the band to Nagoya.
The band's journey began on May 2, 2018, with their arrival in Nagoya. After a day of rest, they rehearsed on May 3 to prepare for the big day. On May 6, they visited several historical sites in Kyoto, including Kinkaku-ji (The Golden Temple), the Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, Kameyama-koen Park, and Fushimi Inari-taisha. The following day, they returned to Los Angeles.
The Ekitopia Festival is an annual event held during Japan's "Golden Week," which includes The Emperor's Birthday, Constitution Memorial Day, Greenery Day, and Children's Day. The parade was not the band's first time performing at the Ekitopia Festival. In fact, their history with the event dates back to 2010, as evidenced by the performance of fourteen members of the UCLA Drumline at the festival in that year.
The UCLA Bruin Marching Band's performances in Asia showcase their versatility and global appeal. They have participated in various cultural events and festivals, including the Chinese New Year Night Parade in Hong Kong in 2006 and 2008, and the Taoyuan International Band Festival in Taiwan in 2016.
While detailed information about the band's previous appearances at the Ekitopia Festival Parade in Nagoya, Japan, or other Asian events is not readily found in the provided search sources, it is clear that the UCLA Bruin Marching Band has made a significant impact in Asia. For those seeking more specific information, checking the official communications of the UCLA Bruin Marching Band or directly contacting their band office may be necessary to obtain accurate historical performance records.
Upon their return to Los Angeles, most of the students from the UCLA Bruin Marching Band headed directly to classes, demonstrating their commitment to both their academic and musical pursuits. Their performances in Asia serve as a testament to their dedication and versatility, and their global appeal continues to grow.
The UCLA Bruin Marching Band's global appeal is apparent in their performances at various entertainment events, such as the Chinese New Year Night Parade in Hong Kong and the Taoyuan International Band Festival in Taiwan. With their versatility in music, they also showcase their talent during travel, exemplified by their participation in the Ekitopia Festival in Nagoya, Japan.
