Calaw Mayaw, a pioneer in Taiwanese indigenous music research, was an Amis born in Hualien in 1936. He devoted his life to the investigation and research of the music of Taiwanese minority ethnic groups, applying himself particularly to passing on Taiwan's indigenous music. In a time when indigenous music was overlooked, he preserved the melodies of their land and life and enriched Taiwan's ongoing musical heritage.
Taiwan is a major focal point for Mandarin pop music, and the Taipei Music Center is, for pop music workers, one of the friendliest spots for everything from production to performance; and, for the public, the best place to get up close with music and to appreciate musical performances. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, with a comfortable, spacious park, it is a venue for a diverse range of activities and events.