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Come and drum with us! Your entree into Mu's Taiko Program begins with our Introductory or Parent-Child Intro Classes.
Classes are taught by members of Mu Daiko. All students are invited to perform in Mu's annual taiko student recital, Passing the Beat.
Introductory Taiko Class
For adults and youth (ages 13 and above). Students will be introduced to the history, kata (form), oral learning system, and will learn 2-3 songs. Students will be eligible to progress to Level 1 upon completion (with instructor's approval).
Parent-Child Introductory Taiko
Parents and children (ages 8-12) learn taiko basics, support one another and have
fun together in an hour-long format designed for both kids and adults. Home practice sessions will be much more enjoyable when moms/dads and kids work together!
Tuition Policy
Instructions for the First Day of Class
Katsugi Okedo - All skill levels
There are many methods of katsugi style; in this class students will
learn one developed for efficiency, precision and movement. A
commitment to individual practice is a must, and class size is limited
to 12 motivated students. Students will be required to take turns on
drums, and the emphasis will be for students to observe and
individually apply these skills, both in class and on their own
practice routines.
Schedule: Sundays, 1:30-2:30 pm
Mu Performing Arts Taiko Studio (find address/directions: About Us - Contact Us)
SEPT 12 - NOV 21, 2010 (10 weeks)
Sept 12, 19, 26
Oct 10, 17, 24, 31 (No class Oct 3)
Nov 7, 14, 21
Min class size: 7; Max class size: 12
Class enrollment as of 09/2/10: 9
Other Information: *MEGAN CHAO SMITH draws from a rich artistic background of both North
American and Japanese influences. She specializes in traditional
Japanese training on taiko, shinobue and dance. Megan first joined
Odaiko New England in 1996, just after its first anniversary. Inspired
by the 1997 Taiko conference in Los Angeles, she then moved across
country to train with Tiffany Tamaribuchi at Sacramento Taiko Dan. She
assisted Tiffany for 8 years, leading workshops and conferences with
hundreds of taiko groups throughout the mainland United States,
Hawaii, and Canada. In addition to performing and instructing, Megan
took on the roles of educational programming director, concert
producer, and grant writer. During this time, she also took the
opportunity to train in Japan with Hanayui, Amanojaku, Kurumaya
sensei, and Shidara.
It was after completing a 3-month trial period at Shidara's mountain
facility, that Megan was invited to become a formal apprentice. Smith
moved to Japan full time in 2003. In 2006 she became a junior
performing member, and one year later, a full performing member. She
became one of a handful of Americans performing taiko in Japan, and
one of the only non-Japanese to become a long-time (7 year) member of
a professional Japanese taiko company. Megan was also the first
non-Japanese person invited to dance in the Hana Matsuri festival, a
local harvest festival in Shidara's hometown.
As Shidara's management staff, Megan produced numerous events,
showcases and conferences, including three major US tours. She was
instrumental in building Shidara’s long-term US touring circuit, as
well as laying the groundwork for future European tours. She currently
resides in Minneapolis and continues to teach and perform.
for students ages 13 years and older interested in a formal introduction to taiko. Students will be introduced to the history, kata (form) and oral learning tradition. Students will learn 2-3 songs and will be eligible to progress to Level 1 (with instructor's approval)
Schedule: Mondays, 5:30-7 pm
Mu Performing Arts Taiko Studio (find address/directions: About Us - Contact Us)
OCT - DEC, 2010
Oct 4, 11, 18, 25
Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Dec 6, 13, 20
Maximum enrollment: 15
Minimum enrollment: 5
Enrollment as of 9/1/10: 2
for students ages 13 years and older interested in a formal introduction to taiko. Students will be introduced to the history, kata (form) and oral learning tradition. Students will learn 2-3 songs and will be eligible to progress to Level 1 (with instructor's approval)
Schedule: Sundays, Noon-1:30 pm
AUGUST-OCT, 2010
Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Sept 12, 19, 26 (No class Sept 5)
Oct 10, 17, 24, 31 (No class Oct 3)
Maximum enrollment: 15
Minimum enrollment: 5
Enrollment as of 07/30/10: 13
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