nagado bachi (usually larger diameter, maple or "hou" wood)
socks (potential spinning)
earplugs
Welcome
Continuing from Block 3 (8-9p)
Handtagonism
(1) Bars 12-16: REFERENCE VIDEO
(2) Complete run-through (Bars 1-16): REFERENCE VIDEO
-- The following link has the students' run-through (Thanks Sharon!). David has emailed everyone the password.
https://vimeo.com/237906319
Things to Remember
-- Footing: when to step, where to step, how far it needs to be from the taiko.
-- Always have balance and control, especially during spinning.
-- Extend arms and make big motions.
-- Vivian's Knocking exercise: "transfer of energy" during Bar 10.
-- Bachi's drag: the head of the bachi has a slight drag. The bachi should NOT be a solid extension of your arm.
Closing