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Toowoomba TAIKO

Taiko

Taiko is a word used to describe the traditional fat-bodied Japanese drums that have been an essential feature of Japanese culture for over 1000 years. Taiko performance consists of many components in technical rhythm, form, bachi (stick) grip, clothing, and the particular instrumentation.

Toowoomba

Toowoomba Taiko is a group of Japanese expatriates and enthusiasts who meet to learn this exciting discipline. We believe in the principle of minna no taiko, which means “Taiko drumming for anyone and everyone”, and are under the guidance of the Japan-based Takatsuki Drums. We are an inclusive, not-for-profit club, and seek to introduce Taiko to the wider Toowoomba region.

Toowoomba Taiko are very grateful for the support of the Toowoomba Regional Council and Toowoomba's Japanese sister city, the City of Takatsuki, for the generous donation of drums that were gifted to Toowoomba Regional Council, for us to have access to.
The group performs at a variety of events through the year, and are available to hire.
Come and see Toowoomba Taiko performing live, or follow on Facebook and Instagram.

Classes

Come and immerse yourself in the powerful and exhilarating world of taiko and learn to play traditional fat-bodied Japanese drums!
Toowoomba Taiko are excited to announce our first beginners block of class of 2025.
No drumming experience necessary. Join the first class absolutely free without obligation.
Classes are in blocks of 10 consecutive weeks, inline with the Qld school term dates.

Beginners: Taiko Drumming Block Classes

Classes: starts Thusday 24th April each Thursday 6:30pm – 8pm for 10 consecutive weeks.
Location: 2B Taylor street, Toowoomba.
Price: $100 for block of 10 classes
Bring: a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing to each class

Details:
First time joining us; the first class is free!
Pay at or prior to week 2 to continue.

Benefits: Apart from learning the fundamental skills required to play a new instrument, Taiko also:
~ promotes physical fitness through katas (stance), rhythmic movements and energetic drumming.
~ enhances coordination and motor skills,
~ cultivates discipline and patience as mastering complex rhythms and techniques takes patience and perseverance,
~ fosters team work and collaboration as performance often requires synchronised efforts among players.
The block of classes encourages training consistency, & will help the group advance together as a whole.

If you wish to join part way through the block, please contact us to discuss options. (Casual attendance $15 a class)

Membership

Annual Fee: tbd
This annual payment covers insurances including your Public Liability insurance.

Uniform:
The uniform is only required during event performances.
Our uniform consist of a black or purple Taiko club T-shirt and black (fisherman) pants.
[which are available to order]

We look forward to meeting you & sharing our love of Taiko

More classes coming! click 'contact us' for more information.

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You can have Toowoomba Taiko at your next event!
Toowoomba Taiko will provide dynamic and energetic performances and/or interactive drumming workshops, tailored to suit your needs.

Toowoomba Taiko brings standout, stirring and entertaining atmosphere to your home, shop, showroom, business, product launch, festival or event: personal, community or corporate. All will enjoy the powerful and earthy sounds of Taiko.

Schools: (incursion or excursion) including performances and interactive drumming, bringing an experience of Japanese culture to the students.

For more information or to ask our availability, please email Toowoombataiko@proton.me or click the 'Book Us'-link

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