Taiko Classes at Moberly Arts and Cultural Centre
Spring Term 2023: Sundays April 9 - June 11
Children's Taiko Drumming 10:00 - 10:45
People might be surprised to learn that I enjoy and specialize in teaching taiko to young children. I completed several early childhood music workshops/seminars and taught music/taiko in numerous private preschools and elementary schools in Tokyo. The valuable benefits of music in early childhood development are well documented. In this class, we will cover the basics of taiko drumming geared for children. Rhythm training, team building, and confidence building are some critical aspects acquired within a world music context. We will learn some taiko songs and the Powell Street Festival community mashup - Paueru Mashup on Japanese taiko drums made for children. Earplugs and water are a good idea. Please bring indoor shoes.
Register here for Children's Taiko Drumming:
https://ca.apm.activecommunities.com/vancouver/Activity_Search/children-s-taiko-drumming/452991R
Preschoolers
Elementary
Video of Children's taiko ensemble in Japan:
Taiko Drumming - Miyake Style 11:00 - Noon
Learn traditional Japanese drumming (Taiko) on real Japanese drums! Get a full body workout in the low stance of Miyake traditional drumming. This Miyake is of the Miyake Jima Geinou Doushi Kai lineage in Japan where I studied for several years Beginners are welcome. Drumsticks and drums are provided. Miyake bachi (drumsticks) are also for sale. Please bring indoor shoes or you can drum barefoot. Bring water, and a towel is also recommended.
Miyake Kai
Miyake
Moberly Miyake Kai
To register for Miyake taiko please visit this site:
Location: Moberly Arts and Cultural Centre, 7646 Prince Albert St., Vancouver, B.C.