Throughout the year, Uzume Taiko holds public workshops for people of varying ages and levels of skill. These are designed to teach students about the Japanese taiko drum through active participation in taiko drumming form, basic Japanese rhythms, verbal notation, sticking technique and group playing. Classes will focus on exercising the body, mind and spirit while training in a variety of drumming styles, movements and techniques.
TAIKO WORKSHOPS
Learn about the Japanese taiko through active participation in taiko drumming! Classes will cover the many aspects that make taiko so compelling to see and fun to play, including sounds and rhythms, whole-body choreography, and the feeling of playing within a group. We will look at the different contexts in which taiko can be heard, from its traditional uses in ancient Japan to its rapid rise in popularity around the world as a modern and evolving art form. Students will learn about warming up the body, proper stance, grip, vocal patterns, simple sticking exercises, taiko terms, movement and choreography, and a practice piece that combines these skills. To register or for more information about any of the workshops, please contact Kirstie McCallum at signup@uzume.com or telephone 604.873.6373 extension 115.
- Set 1 - March 20, 27, April 3, 10
- Set 2 - April 24 (no class April 17), May 1, 8, 15
- Set 3 - May 22 (no class May 29), June 12, 19, 26 (no class June 5)
Private Lessons
Members of Uzume Taiko are offering individual private lessons on various taiko, drums, percussion, and shinobue (bamboo flute). The class can either be a one-time introductory session or scheduled on an ongoing basis.
Fee: $50 per session (one hour)
Things to know about classes and workshops
- Bring a towel and water and be prepared to sweat!
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a pair of indoor shoes with good grip or participate in bare feet.
- Foam earplugs will be available for purchase at the dojo or bring your own.
- Classes take place at the Taiko Space, near Frances and Clark Street in east Vancouver.
Want Uzume Taiko to come to perform or teach in your community? How about a team building or stress release workshop for you and your coworkers?
Instructors can present workshops suitable to your needs. Focus of teaching can range from an introduction to taiko drumming to a more concentrated development of movement and musicianship skills. Please contact Kirstie McCallum at info@uzume.com for more information, prices and availability.
