CLASS LOCATION
TAM STUDIO
655 Fairview Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Please enter the main area to the left.
We are located inside this space, head right after entering.
Please bring mask (optional), water & indoor shoes for class.
Wear loose clothing, and please refrain from using fragrances.
Check the Calendar for class schedule. If you’re unsure which class to take, please email Craig at cjohnson@taikoartsmidwest.org or info@taikoartsmidwest.org
INTRODUCTORY CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Come drum with us - no experience necessary! (Ages 13+)
Join in the fun! Learn basic taiko form (kata), rhythms, and history.
We offer two options for the beginner student:
A. This Two-Hour Workshop gives a taste or "crash course" of the taiko experience.
Tuition: $50
Upcoming Opportunity:
1) Tuesday, May 21 @530 -7pm CST
2) Saturday, June 8 @4 -6 pm CST
B. A six - week Intro Taiko Series, for a more in-depth experience.
Tuition: $200
Next up: Saturdays January 6 to February 10, 2024 @3:30pm to 5pm
ONGOING STUDIO CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
If you’re unsure which class to take, please email Craig at cjohnson@taikoartsmidwest.org or info@taikoartsmidwest.org
TAIKO ENERGY - BASICS -
Tuesday 5:30pm-7:00pm
-UPDATE: This CLASS is currently on pause until further notice-
Teacher: Craig Johnson
Level: Beginner to Intermediate
Requirements: Intro to Taiko Series or recent taiko experience; teacher discretion
Ongoing class that follows the Intro Taiko Series, expanding repertoire and introducing new drills while continuing to study what was learned in the Intro Series.
TAIKO ENERGY – BASICS
Sunday 12:30PM-2:00PM
Teacher: Chiaki O'Brien
Level: Beginner - Intermediate
Requirements: Intro to Taiko Series or recent taiko experience; teacher discretion
This class will focus taiko basics and will be taught at a slower pace. Perfect for those who recently completed the Intro Series class, or for those who want to slow down and focus on the basics.
TAIKO ENERGY – ADVANCED
Sunday 11:00AM - 12:30PM
Teacher: Craig Johnson
Requirements: Enso Daiko’s Taiko Energy Intermediate; 3+ years previous taiko experience; teacher discretion
This class is currently covering Shoji Kameda’s Omiyage, as well as drills to increase bachi control and timing accuracy.
TAIKO ENERGY - INTERMEDIATE
Sunday 9:30AM - 11:00AM
Teacher: Craig Johnson
Experience requirements: Enso Daiko’s Taiko Energy Basics; 1+ years; teacher discretion
This class is currently covering Rick Shiomi’s classic Pounding Hooves and will eventually learn another R.S favorite, Journey to Toji Temple. Kata refinement and Renshu Daiko are also highlighted.