2022 SCHEDULE

For everyone’s safety, proof of vaccination is required for all sign-ups and we ask all the students to wear mask or face covering during class. Also, the class size is limited.

Sign-ups will be available soon!

7-week Session - $215

Currently, we are NOT doing the happyoukai (student recital) on the last day of class due to COVID-19.
However, we will record a final performance and give you the video file so you can share with your friends and family!

  • Beginner level

    • March 6th - April 17

    • 11AM-12:30PM on Sundays

  • Intermediate/open level

    • March 6th - April 17

    • 2:45PM - 4:15PM on Sundays

    • Repertoire: Yataibayashi (sitting position), Miyake

Advanced ensemble - $112.5 per month

  • 1PM-2:30PM on Sundays

  • Optional group rehearsal per week for no extra cost

  • Repertoire: Chakuto, Miyake, Yataibayashi, Ogi Matsuri, Kaoru Watanabe’s compositions, etc

  • Optional performance opportunities

INSTRUCTORS

Fumi Tanakadate (bio)
Barbara Merjan (bio)

OTHER OFFERINGS

Private Lessons in Taiko or Fue (Japanese bamboo flute)
We offer private lessons in both taiko and fue for individuals, small groups or other taiko or music groups/organizations. Please consult with us on pricing and scheduling. 

Performances & Workshops
Kaoru Watanabe and/or our ensemble group, Ne-O, are available for performances and workshops. Please inquire with us if you are interested in having us perform at your event. 

Please inquire at info@taikonyc.com

 

PAYMENT

Payment types accepted: check and Zelle

Bachi (taiko drumming sticks) is required for all the classes and available for purchase at $27.
For the 2-week session and single class, bachi rental is also available for $5 per class.
Payment types accepted: Check and Zelle

Cancellation Policy for 2-week and 7-week sessions
- 100% refund if a student cancels more than a week before the first class.
- 50% refund if a student cancels within a week of the first class.
- No refund if a student cancels on the day of or after the first class.

Cancellation Policy for single class
- 100% refund if a student cancels more than 24 hours before the class.
- No refund if a student cancels on the day of or after the class.

STUDIO POLICIES & GENERAL INFO 

COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENT
All the students are required to be fully vaccinated before the start of the session/class, and are required to submit proof of their vaccination.
We also ask everyone to wear mask/face covering during the class.

YOUR HEALTH: 
Taiko drumming can be a very physical, often strenuous activity. Safety and health are our top priorities. If you have any health issues or conditions that may affect your drumming, please notify the instructor in advance.

WHAT TO BRING: 
Classes can get physical, so we suggest you bring the following:
- Water
- Small towel
- If you don't want to go barefoot, then bring indoor shoes (clean tabi or other types of shoes with flexibility and traction). Street shoes are not allowed in the studio. 
- Bachi (taiko drumming sticks). If you don't own bachi, you can purchase them through us. For trial sessions, we are happy to lend you a pair.

STUDIO POLICIES:
- Street shoes are not allowed in the studio. You may go barefoot or wear shoes with clean soles (ex. tabi, water shoes)
- To avoid injury or damaging the instruments, please remove jewelry during class, in particular jewelry on the hands, wrists and feet.
- No hats (unless worn for cultural/religious reasons), chewing gum or eating during class.
- We are a small community dojo. Please do your best to respect the space and help keep our studio clean and well-maintained.