Soloing Musically on Taiko
This workshop will focus on ideas for soloing on taiko. We will play exercises for improvising on the spot and cover ways to prepare material ahead of time. Other topics include listening, dynamics, tempo control, and expression. This workshop is designed to cover some fundamentals of soloing musically and is open to players of all experience levels.
Sunday, September 20, 9:30am-12:00pm
Dance Mission Theater
$35/person
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Comments from past Soloing Musically on Taiko workshop participants:
"I liked learning how to tackle new ideas and phrasing."
"My favorite part was the improv exercise where you feed off the previous soloist while thinking what to feed to the next."
"I liked your approach to structuring a predetermined solo - copy game was fun and challenging!"
"Great workshop! I can't wait to keep practicing what I learned!"
"I found the advice on stick grip and practice methods helpful."