Workshops | Miyake Taiko
You may know Miyake-style drumming from Kodo performances, but this form finds its origin in the traditional "Miyakejima Kamitsuki Mikoshi Taiko" style of the Kamitsuki Region of Miyake Island. Drumming from a low stance, breathing in time with the bass drummer, you'll test your strength and feel the burn. It's a great workout!
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Miyakejima Geino Doshikai
This group upholds the ancient tradition of Miyake Island's "Kamitsuki Kiyari Taiko," the style which forms the base for staple Kodo piece "Miyake." "Kamitsuki Mikoshi Taiko" is played as an accompaniment for the portable shrines carried during the summer's "Gozutenno Festival" in the Kamitsuki Region of Miyake Island. The drumming continues from 11am when the festival begins and continues until 8pm when the shrines are returned to their home.
Workshop Details
- Date:
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- Aug. 16 (Sun) 14:00 - 16:00
- Aug. 18 (Tue) 14:00 - 16:00
- Venue:
- Sado Island Taiko Centre
- Participation Fee:
- 4,000 yen (drumsticks will be lent to participants)
- Capacity:
- 40 people, ages 9 & over.
- Instructor:
- Miyakejima Geino Doshikai
- Notes:
- Workshop conducted in Japanese only.
