Press release from the Fort Wayne Dance Collective:
L.A.’s On Ensemble teaches taiko drumming workshop at FWDC
Fort Wayne Taiko and the Fort Wayne Dance Collective are keeping the beat alive with a workshop with the On Ensemble, an LA-based taiko performance and teaching group, Wednesday, January 5.
On Ensemble, (pronounced “Ohn”) takes the ancient instruments of taiko into new realms. Infusing the powerful rhythms of ensemble Japanese drumming with elements of hip-hop, rock and electronica, On Ensemble’s unique sound has been praised as “completely original and brilliantly conceived.” Modern Drummer magazine calls On Ensemble “an exciting taiko ensemble looking at new ways to apply traditional Japanese drums.”
Masato Baba, who was in Fort Wayne in April with TAIKOPROJECT, will be returning with On Ensemble, along with Kristofer Bergstrom, Shoji Kameda and Kelvin Underwood.
From 10 AM to 12:30 PM, participants will explore basic slant drum form and technique with On Ensemble’s detailed exploration of the basic strike.
The afternoon workshop, from 1:30-4, will explore Bon Taiko, or Matsuri Daiko, which is one of the most fun and exciting forms of Japanese drumming. Bon Taiko Bonanza teaches an engaging solo structure including oroshi, kakegoe and the innovative “glitch ji” that can be looped repeatedly for multiple soloists.
Each workshop is $50, or participants can attend both for $90, saving 10%.
Call (260) 424-6574, or email info@fwdc.org for more information or to register today! Space is limited, so register soon!
Fort Wayne Dance Collective’s website
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