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April 2020
(Cancelled) Quitiplas in the Pocket – Shime/Okedo Polymeter Groove
“Quitiplas in the Pocket” is a solo improvisation piece on the Naname (slant style) drums created by ManMan. It has interlocking polymeter base-beats, adapted from the Venezuelan Quitiplas music. Participants will be learning the polymeter base beat with body percussion, which provides a new listening and playing experience. ManMan’s approach creates new pathways that deviate from the classical music approach, as the body percussion exercise help participants to internalize the music and playing with a groove. Video from the rehearsal…
Find out more »(Cancelled) ManMan in Hamburg
ManMan Mui will explore with us everything we can possibly do- for our Taiko! Let’s get on a whole new level of expression! Let’s encounter our hidden creativity! Also: Drum Sing Dance Drum- Naname, Hachijo and more! More Details in February!
Find out more »May 2020
(Online!) TaikoSphere – Three days about diverse aspects of Taiko-music
A gathering about music, inspiration and friendship organised by Silke Hanzen (TaikoSession) and hosted by Benni Haas (Sandaiko)
Three days to fully immerse into diverse aspects of taiko-music!
June 2020
How Do We Lead with Empathy in the Global Healing of Anti-Racism?
(Part of "RE-IMAGINING A NEW WORLD: Building Practices of Awareness, Activism and Anti-Racism as a Taiko Community")
In the process of dismantling practices that are born out of colonialism, it is inevitable for us to admit that we are both the victim and victimizer of systemic racism. The process includes a mixture of shame, vulnerability, and courage. Why do we get defensive? How do we approach criticism and frustration? How do we practice empathy as a tactic to heal? How do we hold space for ourselves and others to grow? Reference materials related to Non-violent Communication will be incorporated.
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.