Fundamentals of the Beta Style (drum is placed vertically, hitting surface is parallel to the floor)
- The core and most basic style of taiko.
- We will cover everything from stance, grip, the strike, and all the building blocks necessary for you to use your body in the best way for efficiency and sustainability
Outline of 8-Week Course
- Stance, Position, Grip, 4-8-16
- 4-8-16-32, Dorotsuku, Renshu A, B
- Karadoko, Renshu C, D, E
- 1 e a u Drill (1's)
- 1 e a u Drill (2's, 3's)
- Renshu using 1 e a u Drill (Renshu with Grace Notes)
- Oroshi and Review
- PEAC Week