Intro to Naname-uchi Workshop

07.18.2021 by Heather Mitchell-Buck //

August 14, 2021 @ 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT

This asymmetrical style of taiko, which involves playing on a slanted stand, originated in festival drumming in the Tokyo region. It has since become a staple of the North American taiko community because of its endless potential for creativity and expressive movement. This workshop introduces the stance, technique and form that are the basis for this challenging and dynamic style.

Whether you are new to naname (it’s our focus for the Advanced Skills Class this fall, so if you want to join that class, don’t miss out!), looking to brush up on fundamentals, or interested in exploring the methodology for teaching this style in your own group, this workshop is for you!

This workshop is open to anyone who has taken 2 full series of our Recreational Taiko Class or who has equivalent taiko experience (about 6 months). Not sure if this workshop is right for you? Contact Mark H and he can help!

Sign up for multiple workshops and save!

This workshop is one of FOUR happening this weekend! If you sign up for multiple workshops, you get a sweet discount!

Introductory Taiko Workshop [4/24/2022 ]
$50.00 Select options

AND we have special student pricing too!

If you’re a college or high school student, just add the workshops you want to your cart and then at checkout, enter the coupon code STUDENT to get 35% off of your registration! (In case you don’t want to do the math, that means you can take ALL FOUR workshops for LESS than $100!)

Please see our registration & cancellation policies.

Details

Date:: August 14, 2021
Time:: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT
Event Category:: Workshop (DC area)
Event Tags:: Naname, Workshops

Organizer

: Mark H Rooney
Email:: markh@markhrooney.com

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7117 Maple Ave.
Takoma Park, MD 20912 + Google Map

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Join us for August Workshops!

07.19.2021 by Heather Mitchell-Buck //

It’s Obon time in Japan and all of us here at Mark H Taiko are feeling that festival mood! We’re celebrating the spirit of Obon with a series of four awesome workshops … including two based on “Matsuri,” a song that developed out of traditional Obon rhythms!

These workshops are the perfect way to get your taiko groove on – just in time for our regular classes to start back up this fall. There’s a little something for everyone this weekend, so save the date and join us in Takoma Park!

Saturday, August 14

Intro to Naname-Uchi (1:00 – 4:00PM)

This workshop introduces the stance, technique, and form that are the basis for this challenging and dynamic style that has become a staple of the North American taiko community. Whether you are new to naname (it’s our focus for the Advanced Skills Class this fall, so if you’d like to join that class, don’t miss this!), looking to brush up on fundamentals, or interested in exploring the methodology for teaching this style in your own group, this workshop is for you!

Matsuri Reloaded (5:00 – 8:00PM)

“Matsuri” is a taiko classic for a reason! This workshop is perfect for anyone interested in learning this piece for the first time or refreshing their Matsuri skills. Even if your first naname experience was at the intro workshop happening earlier in the day, you are invited to join us as we explore this fun set of rhythms!

Sunday, August 15

Matsuri Re-mix (1:00 – 4:00PM)

This advanced workshop covers strategies for creating solos and even writing your own variation of “Matsuri” by building a vocabulary of rhythm and movement around set structures. A great opportunity to boost your creative energy and express yourself!

Taiko Drills: From Simple to Insane! (5:00 – 8:00PM)

Just joined our classes recently? This workshop is FOR YOU! Been playing for years? This workshop is ALSO FOR YOU! These drills will challenge you to develop your timing, technique, bachi control, ambidexterity, and so much more! (Oh, and did we mention these drills help you learn to play on multiple drums at the same time?)

We hope to see you there!

We welcome current and former Mark H Taiko students as well as anyone from out of town who’s looking for a little taiko camaraderie! Click on any of the workshop links above to get more info and to sign up!

Because we are still limiting workshop capacity of the safety and comfort of everyone, register EARLY! Our recent workshops have filled up quickly, so don’t miss out!

Planning to take multiple workshops?

OF COURSE we have you covered with a sweet discount … the more workshops you take, the more you save!

Extra discounts for college & high school students!

We know that a student budget doesn’t always make it easy to sign up for workshops like these, so we have a special 35% discount for college & high school students! Click on any of the workshop links to learn more!

Introductory Taiko Workshop

06.07.2021 by Heather Mitchell-Buck //

July 17, 2021 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT

Have fun, get a good workout,
and meet some awesome people …
all while hitting big drums with big sticks!

Sign up for Mark H Taiko’s Introductory Taiko Workshop!

Taiko is a dynamic art form based on traditional Japanese drumming practiced all over the world. This workshop is 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! This introductory taiko workshop is for ages 17 & up. Drums are provided.

Register early — our workshops have been very popular and often fill up!

Yes, this is an INDOOR workshop!

Here are the protocols we are following for the safety and comfort of our students and instructors:

ALL participants will be REQUIRED to wear masks in the building, EVEN WHEN PLAYING.
We will be limiting capacity to allow us to observe social distancing.
Instructors are fully vaccinated.
Participants are asked to sanitize their hands at the start of each workshop/class. Drums will be sanitized before and after each workshop.
If you own bachi (drum sticks), please bring them. Sanitized bachi will also be available for use. Bachi should NOT be shared during the workshop!
We will take regular breaks during which participants will be invited to step away from others in order to take a water break or a “breathing break.” Everyone will be responsible for bringing their own water.

This workshop (or previous taiko experience) is a prerequisite for Mark’s Recreational Taiko Classes. Now that we’re able to get back into the studio, we’re looking forward to a Rec Class at the Dance Exchange this fall!