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Mark H Rooney Taiko

Taiko Instructor & Performer

We’re back in the studio! PLUS two intro workshops!

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We saved a drum for YOU!

Mark H Taiko is back in the studio, and MAN, DOES IT FEEL GOOD TO BE HERE! We’ve missed all the connections, the laughter, and of course the awesome sounds of taiko echoing around us over the past year … and it is simply amazing to jump right back in again!

It feels so good to hit the big drums, and we want YOU to join us! We have TWO Introductory Taiko Workshops coming up, so if you (or someone you know) has been wanting to try taiko for the first time, this is a great chance to jump in and do it!

These workshops are designed to introduce the basics of taiko technique, practice of kumidaiko (ensemble drumming), awareness of ki (energy), use of koe (voice), history and philosophy — all while having a good time! No experience necessary, but come ready for a workout!

Because space in these workshops is limited, they are going to fill up quickly. So check your calendars and click on one of the buttons below to get all the info and complete your registration.

Get more info!

Saturday, June 19    -or-    Saturday, July 17

 

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We look forward to seeing you! Please note that we are keeping certain protocols in place for the safety and comfort of our students and instructors, including wearing masks during classes, practices, and workshops. You can review all of our protocols by clicking on one of the buttons above.

Announcing the return of the Rec Class!

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People playing masks in an outdoor pavilion while wearing masks

Have you been missing taiko as much as we have?

Yeah, we KNOW you have!

So … drum roll please (you’ve all been practicing your rolls every day for the past year, right? RIGHT??) …

We are THRILLED to announce that we have a new OUTDOOR Recreational Taiko Class happening this April and May at Glen Echo Park!

You can find all the info and register here! Space in this class is EXTREMELY limited (even more so than usual!), so if you want to reserve your spot, DO NOT WAIT!

[UPDATE: the class is now SOLD OUT! Thanks to everyone who registered! If you’d like to be added to the waitlist to join the class, contact School of Musical Traditions. And please stay tuned – we’ll get more classes together as soon as space and time allow!]

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Please look carefully over our outdoor workshop policies so you know all the protocols we are taking for the safety and comfort of your fellow taiko players (and your instructor!).

Two outdoor intro workshops this spring!

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Who’s ready for some taiko?

Spring is here! That means the weather is warming up, the flowers are starting to bloom, and we can enjoy those longer evenings outdoors. It also means that we’re back at Glen Echo Park, ready to hit the big drums, and we want YOU to join us! We have TWO Introductory Taiko Workshops coming up, so if you (or someone you know) has been wanting to try taiko for the first time, this is a great chance to jump in and do it!

These workshops are designed to introduce the basics of taiko technique, practice of kumidaiko (ensemble drumming), awareness of ki (energy), use of koe (voice), history and philosophy — all while having a good time! No experience necessary, but come ready for a workout!

Because space in our outdoor workshops is extremely limited, they are going to fill up quickly. So check your calendars and click on one of the buttons below to get all the info and complete your registration.

Get more info!

Sunday, March 28    -or-    Sunday, April 4

mask with drum

We look forward to seeing you! We have reserved a great outdoor space in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park where we can play together safely. Before you register for one of these workshops, please look carefully over our outdoor workshop policies so you know all the protocols we are taking for the safety and comfort of your fellow taiko players (and your instructor!).

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