Shimedaiko Techniques
Online Course
February 1 - March 22, 2023
8 Weeks, 8 Lessons
All levels OK
Equipment: practice pad & bachi
Registration:
https://www.eienhunterishikawa.com/onlinelessons/shimedaiko-techniques
“I learned a lot about shime playing, especially about Edo Bayashi style”
“A lot of information and knowledge about shimedaiko…this course is easy to understand and interesting”
This course is designed to improve your shimedaiko playing by providing a solid foundation for small drum technique. Each week, a new lesson will be released including instructional videos, downloadable sheet music, and audio tracks. You are encouraged to submit your practice video for each lesson where I will provide feedback on your individual google spread sheet. The course material is designed to accommodate players of all skill levels to help you learn at your own pace.
The topics include:
Bachi selection
Kuchishoga and notation
Strokes - single, double, triple
Accents and dynamics
Rhythmic vocabulary
Upbeats and syncopation
Ji playing
The main advantages I see for this format are:
1. You can view the material at your convenience, rather than adjusting your schedule to a live session at a predetermined day and time.
2. The individual feedback is much more personal and detailed compared to a typical workshop format.
3. You can view the videos as many times as you like as well as be able to pause, rewind, or jump to the section you want to view.
4. The task of recording yourself is invaluable for your growth. It is also a great motivator to practice the assignments.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it suitable for beginners? Yes, the course introduces basic fundamentals from the beginning and you can learn at your own pace.
How long will the lessons be available? The lesson page will be available until July 13. The sheet music and audio tracks are downloadable so it’s recommended to save those files on your computer or device.
Do I need a shimedaiko? No, it’s recommended to practice these lessons on a practice pad.
Does each lesson remain available to the end of the course? Yes, once the lesson is posted, everything will be available until July 13.
I can’t make it this time. Will you offer this course again in the future? Yes, probably.