Iris Shiraishi and Nicolas Carter

Taiko drummer, wood veneer artist, painter, Paraguayan harpist More

Iris Shiraishi combines traditional Japanese rhythms with western influences in her taiko drum compositions for the Mu Daiko drum ensemble. Thomas Schrunk creates unexpected visual effects with lustrous materials like wood veneer, brushed aluminum and concrete. Barbara Kreft's intricate paintings offer a meditative respite. Paraguayan harpist Nicolas Carter performs Crossing the Isthmus.

AIR DATE 3/31/12