Extensions: Hachijo - Term 3 2022
Term 3
Fees
$370 Full / $335 Concession
Intermediate
The very characters that make up the word taiko (太鼓) – 太 (tai) ‘fat’ or ‘big around’ and 鼓 (ko) ‘drum’ – aptly describe the look, sound and feel of our beautiful instruments. Come and join us as we explore the energy, drama and excitement of Hachijo - daiko.
About Hachijo-daiko
About Hachijo-daiko
Hachijo-daiko is the unique drumming style of Hachijo Island that uses a single mid-size chudaiko upon which players beat on both sides. According to the venerable player from Hachijo Island Hiroo Asanuma, “Being the island’s name, our style of drumming is now often referred to as ‘Hachijo Taiko’ [or Hachijo-daiko (ed.)]. However, the island inhabitants simply call it ‘taiko’.” He goes on to say, “Hachijo Taiko is seen as an important tool for the indigenous people to express their language, history, and individual identity and emotions.”
Hachijo-daiko is at once powerful and graceful to play, watch and hear. Taikoz members will introduce you to the basics of the style – stance, bachi-grip, and the distinctive leg/hip/arm movements. Short practice phrases will also be taught.
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- Open to any taiko players – all levels of experience welcome
- Wear loose-fitting clothing and bring a towel and water bottle
It is the Academy's policy that students must wear hearing protection while attending our classes. You can bring your own ear plugs, or purchase reusable ear plugs from our shop for $35 or disposable foam ear plugs at the dojo for $1.50.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Class Schedule
Taikoz Ultimo Studio. Level W4-0, 42-46 Wattle St, Ultimo
- Mon 18 Jul 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 25 Jul 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 08 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 15 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 22 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 29 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 05 Sep 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 12 Sep 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 19 Sep 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
* make up class for public holiday on august 1st
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Extensions: Hachijo - Term 3 2022
Term 3
Fees
$370 Full / $335 Concession
Intermediate
The very characters that make up the word taiko (太鼓) – 太 (tai) ‘fat’ or ‘big around’ and 鼓 (ko) ‘drum’ – aptly describe the look, sound and feel of our beautiful instruments. Come and join us as we explore the energy, drama and excitement of Hachijo - daiko.
About Hachijo-daiko
About Hachijo-daiko
Hachijo-daiko is the unique drumming style of Hachijo Island that uses a single mid-size chudaiko upon which players beat on both sides. According to the venerable player from Hachijo Island Hiroo Asanuma, “Being the island’s name, our style of drumming is now often referred to as ‘Hachijo Taiko’ [or Hachijo-daiko (ed.)]. However, the island inhabitants simply call it ‘taiko’.” He goes on to say, “Hachijo Taiko is seen as an important tool for the indigenous people to express their language, history, and individual identity and emotions.”
Hachijo-daiko is at once powerful and graceful to play, watch and hear. Taikoz members will introduce you to the basics of the style – stance, bachi-grip, and the distinctive leg/hip/arm movements. Short practice phrases will also be taught.
________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
- Open to any taiko players – all levels of experience welcome
- Wear loose-fitting clothing and bring a towel and water bottle
It is the Academy's policy that students must wear hearing protection while attending our classes. You can bring your own ear plugs, or purchase reusable ear plugs from our shop for $35 or disposable foam ear plugs at the dojo for $1.50.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Class Schedule
Taikoz Ultimo Studio. Level W4-0, 42-46 Wattle St, Ultimo
- Mon 18 Jul 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 25 Jul 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 08 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 15 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 22 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 29 Aug 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 05 Sep 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 12 Sep 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
- Mon 19 Sep 2022 from 07:30 pm to 09:00 pm.
* make up class for public holiday on august 1st