Light Music

From Japan, light music is about learning to play the part of a band and creating one together. Play electric instruments, sing, and develop new skills with rock and rhythm genres!

Origin

The "light" in light music, is not about a soothing delicate genre, it is in fact quite the opposite where rock and pop genres are typically showcased. In literal terms, the light is referencing "light commitment," meant to be enjoyed by hobbyists, who are aiming to sharpen their skills for performance; essentially just for fun. 

The term light music was created in 1963 Osaka, Japan University, its purpose was to start a club catering to students who enjoyed music, but wanted to participate in it casually. 

Places

Many people in the U.S. have experienced the same struggle in finding their place within musical environments at school, leading to the creation of other light music clubs around the world, such as in Brooklyn, New York College. The purpose of  this club is to engage students in learning new instruments, and form their own band with other members by making connections. 

Media/Popularity

Due to its place of origin, light music club has become notoriously popular in Japanese Anime and Manga (comics). For example, in K-On! けいおん (2007-2012) the series follows a group of young girls in high school forming a light music club at school, and overcoming the struggles that playing an instrument comes with. Similarly Bocchi the Rock! ぼっち・ざ・ろっく (2022-Present), follows the same themes with balancing home, school, and band life. The main character, Bocchi, expresses loneliness before she meets new friends by forming her band. Our club will have the same effect in Evergreen, and we hope fans of these series will be interested in EVHS's first light music club.