Vancouver Taiko Society

Chijinshu Wakatiida
Okinawan Drum Dance & Music
Friday, October 11, 7:30pm
Michael  J Fox Theatre
7373 MacPherson Avenue, Burnaby BC
Special Guests: Hidekatsu, Mion, and Yujiro Nakajima

Adult $20 | Student/Senior $15 | Child 3 – 13 $10
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On Friday, October 11, Metro Vancouver audiences will be treated to a feast of Okinawan drum-dancing featuring eisa, Ryukyu shishimai (lion dance) and wadaiko as Chijinshu Wakatiida and special guests Hidekatsu & Mion, take over the stage of the Michael J Fox Theatre in Burnaby.

Yuimaaru is an Okinawan word that means “assist each other and work together”, which to me is the soul of eisa, the folk dance and drumming of Okinawa that is so deeply rooted in community.

Chijinshu Wakatiida is a youth ensemble of eisa and wadaiko (what we know of as taiko here in Vancouver), founded over 27 years ago by City Hall officials and parents to build and encourage a healthy next generation through drumming. Chijinshu Wakatiida performed at the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami orphan support charity concerts in 2012 & 2014 at the Michael J Fox Theatre and we’re really excited to welcome them back!

Also, as this year is the 130th Anniversary of the Consulate General of Japan in BC, it couldn’t be a better time to share our Yuimaaru spirit.

Eisa began in the mid-17th Century, originating as nenbutsu (chanting), performed on the last day of the Bon festival (the Buddhist All Souls’ Day) as a way to honour the spirits of one’s ancestors. Since those beginnings, there have been many changes. After the Second World War, numerous eisa festivals were organized as a way to energize the younger generations and build community spirit. It is still very much a community-based art form that reflects the spirit of the Okinawan people.

Onibana Taiko member Noriko Kobayashi will be offering two different beginner Taiko classes at the Moberly Arts and Culture Centre

ONE DAY WORKSHOP: Sunday, September 30, 2018  10am – 4pm

Learn about taiko notation, basic rhythms and history at this one-day, hands-on workshop. At the end of the workshop, participants will have learned a taiko piece. No previous experience is necessary.

Venue: Taiko Space, (near Clark Drive & Frances Street)
Fee: $75 general or $50 for students/ seniors/ unemployed. Participants must be a minimum of 16 years of age.

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing, and bring a lunch. Bring soft-soled indoor athletic footwear, or be prepared to go barefoot – street shoes cannot be worn inside the taiko space. Water and juice will be provided.

Please call 604-683-8240 before sending the registration form and payment to Katari Taiko to:

Katari Taiko Workshop Registration
#410 – 111 Hastings Street West, Vancouver, BC V6B 1H4
Tel: 604.683.8240
Fax: 604.683.7911
E-mail: diane@dkam.ca
www.kataritaiko.bc.ca

Applicants will be accepted on a first come, first served basis to a maximum of 15. Registration and the workshop address will be confirmed after the fee is paid.

Registration Form

Please Become A Member!
Katari Taiko Drum Group Association is a non-profit society dedicated to educating Canadians about the history, art and performance of traditional and contemporary taiko music (Japanese drumming). Your membership shows your support for the work of Katari Taiko. You will receive news and notices of upcoming performances and the annual general meeting.

TAIKO M.A.D.

A show of new work for taiko drums featuring Max Murphy on wind instruments & electronic music. The mythological Japanese “Oni” characters add mystique to the show! The 60-­‐minute Concert will include remix tracks of Uzume’s repertoire, and new taiko and percussion compositions using live wind instruments and electronic pads. Check out uzume.com for more information. TICKETS: $16.95 and $19.95 Online Tickets available at uzume.com or brownpapertickets.com OR at the Door.

Vancouver Taiko Society
Annual General Meeting
Wednesday, May 17, 2017 at 7:00 pm

Hastings Mill Room
4th floor, Woodwards Community Building
111 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC

Buzz 1120 at Hastings Street Entrance (past TD Bank ATM). Call 604-728-8240 for assistance.

April 30 – Beginner’s Taiko Workshop

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Have you ever wanted to try the Japanese drums? The really big ones, like at the Powell Street Festival? Now’s your chance to try it out!

This beginner’s workshop will cover the basics of taiko drumming including rhythm and technique. You’ll leave with the satisfaction of having learned a taiko song.

Cost: $65 per person / $50 for students or underemployed
Open to everyone over 16 years of age.
The maximum number of participants is 15 people.
Registration confirmed upon receipt of payment.

Athletic attire and non-marking soft soled shoes are required. Please bring water and a snack.

For more information and to register, please contact us at sawagitaiko@gmail.com.

May 28 – Intermediate Taiko Workshop
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If you loved our beginner’s taiko workshop and can’t wait to get back on the drums, this workshop is for you!

This intermediate workshop will build your taiko skills with a quick review of the basics of taiko drumming before learning an original Sawagi Taiko song. You’ll leave with the satisfaction of building on your taiko skills, and learning an arrangement of a new taiko song.
 
Participants must have completed Sawagi Taiko’s beginner’s taiko workshop or equivalent. Please contact us if you have any questions. 

Cost: $65 per person / $50 for students or underemployed
Open to everyone over 16 years of age who has completed Sawagi Taiko’s beginner’s taiko workshop.
The maximum number of participants is 15 people.
Registration confirmed upon receipt of payment.

Athletic attire and non-marking soft soled shoes are required. Please bring water and a snack.

For more information and to register, please contact us at sawagitaiko@gmail.com.

Sunday February 19, 2017

12:00pm – 4:00pm

$65/person ($55/students or underemployed)

MARCH 17, 2017, 8pm

VANCOUVER PLAYHOUSE

Learn taiko drumming at the Uzume Taiko Studio in east Vancouver this Winter

The Uzume Taiko Basic Drills Workshop is on Saturday, February 11 from Noon to 2:00pm

for Beginners 16 yrs + up. A four-week session, Thursday Taiko Basic Drills runs February 16 to March 9, 2017 from 7:30 – 8:30pm. 

Please check www.uzume.com for details.