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These rhythm sessions are held in different places in & around the Shenandoah Valley. They are open to all who play *or want to learn to play* hand drums and ethnic percussion. Our event hosts include Jona Masiya, Jennifer Hudson, Kurt Griffith, Tracy Seffers, and others. Each event has a unique mix of instruments that may include conga, djembe, djuns, tubano, doumbek, frame drums, marimba, mbira, shakers, sticks and bells. Some instruments will be provided, but you can bring any that you'd like to add to the mix. You will learn to play African, Afro-Cuban, and Middle Eastern rhythms, and will have room to improvise and use your creativity.
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See all- INTRODUCTION TO TAIKO "BOOM" CAMP - JAPANESE TAIKO DRUMMINGMorgan Arts Council's Ice House, Berkeley Springs, WV
LEARN TAIKO!
THE HEARTBEAT DRUMS OF JAPANINTRODUCTION TO TAIKO “BOOM” CAMP
Japanese Taiko Drumming Workshop
Saturday, October 26, 12:00-3:00 PM
at The Ice House, Community Room, 2nd Floor
138 Independence Street, Berkeley Springs, WV 25411
~ Open Workshop - Donation Requested ~Come try out a Taiko Boom Camp! Big Beats! Big Drums! Shouting in Japanese! An opportunity to experience the amazing, and thunderously powerful Heartbeat Drums of Japan with Kurt Griffith of Berkeley Spring’s own Shangö Mountain Taiko. Taiko literally means “Big Drum,” but also refers to kumidaiko, the ensemble group drumming spreading and growing in popularity in America since the 1970s.
We will be introducing the fundamentals of playing Taiko, the basics of the Kuchishoga “Say it-Play it” mnemonic system for learning rhythm patterns, and basic and classic taiko songs. Wear comfortable clothing suitable for stretching and movement. Water bottle, and towel suggested.
We are accepting new trainees! We’re looking for people interested in learning Taiko drumming and possibly joining the Shangö Mountain Taiko team. No experience required!!! – just enthusiasm and willingness to practice and study – and sweat a little! You can see our Training Session & Event Schedule here.
We are planning a Trainee Orientation on Tuesday, October 29th for anyone who wants... well, more.
It's the best workout you'll ever love.
For more information: Contact Kurt Griffith @
845 623-0940 | info@shangopercussion.orgFind out more here:
https://shangopercussion.org/taiko_workshop_oct2024.html