Wow! What a great weekend we've just experienced, courtesy of katsugi okedo virtuoso Hiro Hayashida. Taikoz Class Members had the wonderful opportunity to spend 6 intense hours with Hiro. From the basics of grip, stroke, stance and movement, the sessions progressed at a fast rate moving into the finer points of bachi technique and movement, as well as more complex rhythmic work. Hiro was engaging, inspiring and fun to be with; a man of incredible skill and knowledge, he was only too happy to share it with us all. Thanks to all of the players for participating and to Hayashida-sensei for visiting us Down Under. We look forward to next time!
For the past 28 years, Taikoz has wowed audiences throughout Australia and internationally. Today, we hear the ensemble in its home - our...
Hiro Hayashida's Katsugi Okedo Workshops
Author: ICle
Date: Mon 23 May 2016
Wow! What a great weekend we've just experienced, courtesy of katsugi okedo virtuoso Hiro Hayashida. Taikoz Class Members had the wonderful opportunity to spend 6 intense hours with Hiro. From the basics of grip, stroke, stance and movement, the sessions progressed at a fast rate moving into the finer points of bachi technique and movement, as well as more complex rhythmic work. Hiro was engaging, inspiring and fun to be with; a man of incredible skill and knowledge, he was only too happy to share it with us all. Thanks to all of the players for participating and to Hayashida-sensei for visiting us Down Under. We look forward to next time!