Nagata Shachu Studying Taiko
 
 
   

Studying Taiko

To register:
We ask that you prepay the course by sending a postdated cheque (dated for the first class) payable to "Nagata Shachu" and sending it by mail. For your convenience, you can also pay by credit card using PayPal ($7 service fee applies). Please also print and complete the registration and liability waiver forms and mail or fax to 416-651-7094.

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Please call 416-651-4227 or e-mail taiko@kiyoshinagata.com to register or for more information about taiko classes.

 

Class Schedule 2011-2012

Beginners Taiko Course commencing Monday, December 5 @ 7:00 pm

When: Mondays at 7:00 PM (90 minutes per class) commencing Dec 5, 2011.
Duration: 10 weeks
Course Fee: $260 plus cost of drumsticks $12.
Instructor: Akemi Akachi
Location: 112 Hymus Rd (a short walk from Warden subway station)

Course Description: Basic drills, form, technique and a traditional song for taiko will be taught. The course is a lot of fun, a great workout, and helps to improve musical skills. Although playing taiko can be physically demanding, we respect everyone's abilities and limitations.

Prerequisite: None. No previous musical experience is necessary

Intermediate I Taiko course commencing Monday, January 9 @ 8:30 pm

When: Mondays at 8:30 PM (90 minutes per class) commencing Jan 9, 2011.
Duration: 10 weeks
Course Fee: $260
Instructor: Akemi Akachi
Location: 112 Hymus Rd (a short walk from Warden subway station)

Course Description: A continuation of the beginners course focusing on intermediate level technique, form and repertoire

Prerequisite: Must have completed beginners taiko course.

NEW!
Sansa dance/drum course commencing Tuesday, January 10 @ 5:00 pm

When: Tuesdays at 5:00 PM (90 minutes per class) commencing Jan 10, 2010
Duration: 10 weeks
Course Fee: $260
Instructor: Aki Takahashi
Location: 112 Hymus Rd (a short walk from Warden subway station)

Course Description: Sansa is a traditional summer folk dance from Northern Japan.

Prerequisite: None.

See Video and Description of Sansa!



Advanced I Taiko course commencing Tuesday, January 10 @ 7:00 pm

When: Tuesdays at 7:00 PM (90 minutes per class) commencing Jan 10, 2012
Duration: 10 weeks
Course Fee: $260
Location: 112 Hymus Rd (a short walk from Warden subway station)
Instructor: Aki Takahashi
Course Description: A continuation of Intermediate II where students develop different styles of playing as well as learning more advanced repertoire.

Prerequisite: Must have completed at least two intermediate taiko courses or permission from instructor.

Advanced II - Physical Playing Taiko course commencing Tuesday, January 10 @ 8:30 pm

When: Tuesdays at 8:30 PM (90 minutes per class) commencing Jan 10, 2012
Duration: 10 weeks
Course Fee: $260
Location: 112 Hymus Rd (a short walk from Warden subway station)
Instructor: Aki Takahashi
Course Description: Very physical drumming styles and new repertoire.

Prerequisite: Must have completed an Advanced I taiko course or permission from instructor.

Advanced II - Ensemble/Repertoire Taiko course commencing Wednesday, January 11 @ 7:00 pm

When: Wednesdays at 7:00 PM (90 minutes per class) commencing Jan 11, 2012
Duration: 10 weeks
Course Fee: $260
Location: 112 Hymus Rd (a short walk from Warden subway station)
Instructor: Kiyoshi Nagata
Course Description: New and old repertoire for advanced players.

Prerequisite: Must have completed an Advanced I taiko course or permission from instructor.

Intermediate II Taiko course commencing Wednesday, January 11 @ 8:30 pm

When: Wednesdays at 8:30 PM (90 minutes per class) commencing Jan 11, 2012
Duration: 10 weeks
Course Fee: $260
Location: 112 Hymus Rd (a short walk from Warden subway station)
Instructor: Kiyoshi Nagata
Course Description: A continuation of Intermediate I where students learn new styles of playing and more advanced technique.

Prerequisite: Must have completed one intermediate taiko course.