What is Taiko?

Taiko is the art of Japanese Drumming.  It is an ancient, sacred practice in Japan. 

 Taiko Drumming  has been an important part of the Japanese Culture for hundreds of years, in fact it is said that Taiko is the heartbeat of Japan. 

Drums were used in ancient Japan to communicate between villages, announce celebrations and to signal emergencies. 

Farmers used to call the gods to awaken the spirits of rain, to drive away pests in rice fields, and to give thanks to the gods at harvest time.

Modern Taiko combines the elements of spirit, rhythm, harmony, movement, voice, dance and group dynamics.

When these elements are put together, we create an incredibly dynamic and fascinating performing art.

What do I need in order to Play Taiko?

All you need is enthusiasm!

Join us!

We teach classes for kids, teens, adults and seniors!

Join us at
Mo-Sun Art and Wellness Center  weekly:

 Beginners Class Saturdays    
10:30am-12pm

                                                            Regular Classes
                                                             Tuesday/Wednsday
                                                            5:30-7:30pm

We also have classes for schools, business functions, parties, and wherever the sound of our drums are welcome.  

What is a Taiko Co-Op?

We are a group of Taiko players committed to promoting Taiko and sharing enthusiasm, while helping each other to improve our collective Taiko skills.  If you have enthusiasm, we want you!

  About Us:

The Tucson Taiko Kyokai was formed by 5 people who owe their taiko knowledge to training with:

• Esther Vandecar - Fushicho Daiko;
• PJ and Roy Hirabayashi - San Jose Taiko
• Kenny Endo
• Tanaka Sensei
• Tucson Taiko Juku;
• Tiffany Tamaribuchi

...and others!

We hope to continue to grow in our taiko skills, and appreciate the learning we have received from the truly talented taiko players that we have been lucky to have met.

Yoroshiku Onegaishimasu!

Do you Want to Play?

Please give us a call or drop us an email!  We want to hear from you!

Telephone

520.440.9857 and (520) 548-3600

Electronic mail

Questions? sbaja137@aol.com

CO-OP WEBSITE:  www.tucsontaikokai.com