Beta : Fundamentals

Mondays, 6-7:45pm

First Class: Mon, January 31, 2022
Teacher(s): Yuta Kato
Room: Large Classroom

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

  1. Stance, Position, Grip, 4-8-16
  2. 4-8-16-32, Dorotsuku, Renshu A, B
  3. Karadoko, Renshu C, D, E
  4. 1 e a u Drill (1's)
  5. 1 e a u Drill (2's, 3's)
  6. Renshu using 1 e a u Drill (Renshu with Grace Notes)
  7. Oroshi and Review
  8. PEAC Week

Classes in this Course

Date Title
Mon, January 31, 2022 01
Mon, February 07, 2022 02
Mon, February 14, 2022 03
Mon, February 21, 2022 04
Mon, February 28, 2022 05
Mon, March 07, 2022 06
Mon, March 14, 2022 07
Mon, March 21, 2022 08