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Calendar

Sep
8
Sat
Laconia Multicultural Festival @ Rotary park
Sep 8 all-day

Odaiko New England is thrilled to return to the Laconia Multicultural Festival. Join us for an afternoon of food, music, crafts and fun.

 

Sep
15
Sat
Natsu Matsuri at Brandeis University @ Great Lawn
Sep 15 @ 12:00 pm

Join Odaiko New England on the great lawn at Brandeis University for their Natsu Matsuri, or Summer Festival.  ONE will be performing at noon.

Sep
22
Sat
Bedford Day @ Bedford Town Hall
Sep 22 all-day

Join us on Bedford Day and enjoy their fair and parade, and, of course, taiko! 

 

 

Sep
30
Sun
Spirit of Shrewsbury
Sep 30 @ 1:00 pm

Come see us in the Spirit of Shewsbury Parade. The Spirit of Shrewsbury is a weekend long festival with events for all ages. The parade starts at 1pm and will run from Beal School to Oak Middle School, 45 Oak Street.  

 

Nov
17
Sat
Winter Extravaganza @ ACAS
Nov 17 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Come see what our members and students have been working on. Join us as we get in the holiday spirit as only we know how–with lots of taiko! 

 

Dec
10
Mon
Odaiko Workshop with Tiffany Tamaribuchi
Dec 10 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

We are very happy to announce that Odaiko New England will be hosting workshops taught by a very special master taiko artist, Tiffany Tamaribuchi.

Odaiko Workshop (Monday, 12/10, 6:30 – 9:30 PM)
Great tips and techniques for approaching this fun and powerful style of drumming. We’ll begin with core fundamentals and expand from there to address common problems and work on developing your own style and sense of expression. Mixed Level. Taiko experience required.
Current & Past Rec students are welcome.

Cost is $65.

Also check out the second workshop: KATA, INJURY PREVENTION, CONTROL & EXPRESSION on Tuesday.

Cost for both workshops is $100. Space is limited, so email [email protected] with
“TT Workshops” in the subject line to reserve your spot.

These workshops will be AWESOME. Don’t miss out on this amazing learning opportunity with one of the leaders in the global taiko community!

About Tiffany Tamaribuchi:
Champion of the 2002 OTAIKO Hibike All Japan Odaiko Contest and a finalist in the first Tokyo International Ippon-Uchi Odaiko Competition, Tiffany is widely recognized as one of the best instructors and workshop facilitators in North America. Her Odaiko workshops at events like the North American Taiko Conference, Taiko Camp, and the Regional Taiko Gatherings are always filled to capacity. Having taught hundreds of workshops, Tamaribuchi has honed her technique and instruction. She brings 22 years experience touring and training professionally with several top companies and folk artists throughout Japan.

Here’s your chance to learn from Tiffany Tamaribuchi sensei without having to travel to taiko conferences. And even if you do travel to taiko conferences, you are never guaranteed to be able to get in her workshop because space is limited and everyone signs up for her workshops.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the greats in the world.

Dec
11
Tue
Kata, Injury Prevention, Control & Expression Workshop with Tiffany Tamaribuchi
Dec 11 @ 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

We are very happy to announce that Odaiko New England will be hosting workshops taught by a very special master taiko artist, Tiffany Tamaribuchi.

KATA, INJURY PREVENTION, CONTROL & EXPRESSION (TUES, 12/11, 6:30 – 9:30)
We all know that taiko drumming is a physically demanding activity. Given the nature of how we move our bodies when we play, we are more at risk for certain kinds of injuries, especially with certain more physically demanding styles. The goal of this workshop is to provide you with tools and techniques that you can use to prevent injury while giving you a greater sense of control and freedom as you’re playing. All levels welcome.

Cost is $50.

Also check out the first workshop: Odaiko on Monday.

Cost for both workshops is $100. Space is limited so email [email protected] with
“TT Workshops” in the subject line to reserve your spot.

These workshops will be AWESOME. Don’t miss out on this amazing learning opportunity with one of the leaders in the global taiko community!

About Tiffany Tamaribuchi:
Champion of the 2002 OTAIKO Hibike All Japan Odaiko Contest and a finalist in the first Tokyo International Ippon-Uchi Odaiko Competition, Tiffany is widely recognized as one of the best instructors and workshop facilitators in North America. Her Odaiko workshops at events like the North American Taiko Conference, Taiko Camp, and the Regional Taiko Gatherings are always filled to capacity. Having taught hundreds of workshops, Tamaribuchi has honed her technique and instruction. She brings 22 years experience touring and training professionally with several top companies and folk artists throughout Japan.

Here’s your chance to learn from Tiffany Tamaribuchi sensei without having to travel to taiko conferences. And even if you do travel to taiko conferences, you are never guaranteed to be able to get in her workshop because space is limited and everyone signs up for her workshops.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the greats in the world.

Jan
8
Tue
Introductory Taiko Workshop @ ACAS
Jan 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Have you seen taiko performed and thought “I want to do that!” Do you like booming drums, using your body and having fun? Do you enjoy rhythm, movement and teamwork? Odaiko New England is offering an introductory taiko workshop which is the perfect opportunity to try your hand at taiko. Our workshops are great for beginner players, even those with no musical background at all.

New drummers learn taiko fundamentals such as kata (form), kiai (vocalization) and kumidaiko (ensemble drumming). Using your entire body to learn and play a song, explore first-hand the mesmerizing, heart-pounding power of taiko. Come ready to move: wear comfortable clothing and bring water. Ear plugs are also highly recommended.

No experience is necessary! Returning students are welcome to attend. ONE brings enthusiastic and encouraging instructors and all necessary drums and equipment. Participants bring plenty of energy, spirit, and joy!

If you are interested, please fill out a pre-registration form.

To secure a spot, complete and mail in a registration form with your $35 workshop fee. You may also bring these with you on the day of the workshop. Group discounts are available if arranged in advance. Please email [email protected] or call 781-938-DRUM (3786) for details.

For more information about this workshop or about ONE classes email [email protected] or phone 781-938-DRUM (3786).

Jan
20
Sun
Oshogatsu at the Boston Children’s Museum @ Boston Children's Museum
Jan 20 all-day

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Oshogatsu, a festival welcoming the New Year, is one of Japan’s most important annual festivals. Join us at the Children’s Museum to celebrate 2019, the Year of the Pig. Following our performance will be a shi-shi-mai (lion dance) and parade with taiko accompaniment.

今年もよろしくおねがいします

The performance is free with admission to the museum. For more information, please visit The Boston Children’s Museum event calendar.

Mar
18
Mon
ONE Member Practice @ Regent Theater Underground
Mar 18 @ 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Odaiko New England ensemble members-only practice.