Ryo Shimamoto Northeastern U.S. Workshop Tour 2012
Ryo will be conducting Odaiko & Katsugi Okedo workshops open to all taiko players of any skill level in the New York City, Boston and Washington DC areas from Oct 24th until Nov 4th.
Born in Yuasa-cho, Wakayama-Ken where he first encountered taiko at age 11 and still resides, Ryo led a local taiko group (Shippu Uchi Daiko) for 15 years and in 2008, became a professional solo taiko performer and instructor. He has won recognition in recent years for playing odaiko, a style he has been training in directly from former Kodo core player, Mr. Katsuji Kondo.
Flyer with Schedule and Registration