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A parting message from coach Jason

Submitted by Kris Bergstrom on Mon, 2016-03-14 02:44

Dear Students of LATI,

A couple of weeks ago I decided to stop teaching at LATI. It was a really hard but important decision for me to make. I’m definitely going to miss the taiko but more than that I’m going to miss all of you weirdos.

I wanted to reminisce and share a few stories from my time at LATI, talk a little about my decision to quit, and share some advice for all of you (since I won’t be around to tell you what to do anymore).

Isaku Kageyama 8-Week Odaiko Course!

Submitted by Katsuji Asano on Tue, 2016-02-16 13:40

Isaku Kageyama 8-Week Odaiko Course!

The 8-Week Odaiko Course will cover:

1. Fundamental Odaiko technique for dynamic form and solid sound
2. Ensemble performance techniques for executing pieces in common contemporary taiko settings
3. Improvisational techniques for flexibility and musical expression.

Participants will learn two pieces - “Agari Yatai” by Yoichi Watanabe, and “Rhythm of Your Soul” by Isaku Kageyama. Participants can expect to gain a deeper understanding of both fundamental and applied Odaiko techniques.

The Art and Study of Taiko with LATI (AKA Bonenkai)

Submitted by Katsuji Asano on Sun, 2015-11-29 16:08

@The Armstrong Theater in the Torrance Cultural Arts Center

Staff and students of Asano Taiko US and LATI (Los Angeles Taiko Institute) present contemporary and traditionally inspired taiko repertoire in their end-of-year recital. Music is interspersed with explanations of the roots and context of taiko, a demonstration of the "kuchishoga" aural teaching method, taiko making and commentary on the challenges of learning Japanese drums.

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