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July 2020
Online Taiko Workshop with ManMan Mui (“Body Bayashi”)
Portland Taiko is pleased to present an online taiko workshop with guest artist Yeeman "ManMan" Mui from Los Angeles. ManMan will teach traditional taiko rhythms using her unique approach to body percussion. The online workshop will last for 75 minutes with an additional 15 minutes for Q/A and socializing. Participants will receive a Zoom link via email upon registering.
Find out more »August 2020
Rhythmic Flow Taiko Pilot Class
Taiko drumming combines music, dance, theater, and martial arts into an engaging artistic and physical practice. This virtual workshop was designed with the therapeutic goals of individuals with Parkinson’s Disease in mind, and simulates a taiko experience at home through an integration of rhythm, large amplitude movements, vocalizations, and cognitive challenge. No prior experience needed. All are welcome.
Find out more »Taiko Spirit 2020 – Japanese Drumming Festival in Switzerland (Postponed to 2022)
Enthusiasts of all levels can choose from an array of fun and challenging Japanese drumming (taiko) workshops. Concerts shall be held in the evenings, featuring performances from taiko players from all over Europe as well as guest instructors.
Find out more »September 2020
Healing, (Un)learning, Growing
A 9-week series built on the foundation of the taiko spirit meant to gather, (un)learn, discuss, and move us together towards a more racially equitable world.
“HUG” is a facilitated 9-week series to learn more about the history of racism in the United States, including how racism permeates current systems, institutions and policies. HUG will provide a space to reflect upon White supremacy and anti-Blackness within ourselves, our groups and our community. Using both the “Seeing White” podcast, and selections of works from primarily Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) as a framework for our learning, we aim to move the needle (individually and collectively) towards equity, justice, liberation, and action.
Body Bayashi – Virtual Workshop with ManMan
A body percussion workshop by Yeeman "ManMan" Mui from Los Angeles. ManMan will teach traditional taiko rhythms using her unique approach to body percussion. The online workshop will last for 100 minutes with an additional 20 minutes for Q/A and socializing. Participants will receive a Zoom link via email upon registering.
Find out more »Webinar Series “TaikoIN’ Together”: IN’SPIRING (1 of 4)
Let’s experience TaikoIN’ Together! Join us in our 4-part series with special guest Yeeman “ManMan” Mui of Taiko Together for a deep dive into our TaikoIN’tentions.
This series will highlight each IN’tention and include a combination of presentations, panel discussions, and experiential mind-body practices.
October 2020
Webinar Series “TaikoIN’ Together”: IN’CLUSIVE (2 of 4)
Let’s experience TaikoIN’ Together! Join us in our 4-part series with special guest Yeeman “ManMan” Mui of Taiko Together for a deep dive into our TaikoIN’tentions.
This series will highlight each IN’tention and include a combination of presentations, panel discussions, and experiential mind-body practices.
November 2020
Webinar Series “TaikoIN’ Together”: IN’ THE MOMENT (3 of 4)
Let’s experience TaikoIN’ Together! Join us in our 4-part series with special guest Yeeman “ManMan” Mui of Taiko Together for a deep dive into our TaikoIN’tentions.
This series will highlight each IN’tention and include a combination of presentations, panel discussions, and experiential mind-body practices.
World Taiko Conference – Live Talk Session Topic 2: Taiko and Inclusivity
Many taiko players can attest that the physical and emotional effects of playing taiko often improves other areas of our lives. In an effort to share these benefits with people who have limited opportunities for taiko engagement, groups around the world are discovering effective and innovative methods of promoting inclusivity for individuals of all ages, backgrounds, genders, and abilities. This panel will feature groups who are overcoming accessibility barriers and connecting communities through shared taiko experiences.
Find out more »December 2020
Webinar Series “TaikoIN’ Together”: IN’TERCONNECTED (4 of 4)
Let’s experience TaikoIN’ Together! Join us in our 4-part series with special guest Yeeman “ManMan” Mui of Taiko Together for a deep dive into our TaikoIN’tentions.
This series will highlight each IN’tention and include a combination of presentations, panel discussions, and experiential mind-body practices.