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Odaiko Sonora is the leading source of high quality
taiko instruction available to the communities of Tucson and southern
Arizona. Opportunities to learn and play taiko include:
Taiko Classes & Group Membership
- Recreational Taiko Classes
for all ages and abilities, designed for those new to taiko and
those wishing to promote physical and spiritual health through
taiko. ART (Adult Recreational Taiko) is also
great for the players who wish to focus on technique and learn
new songs. Enrolled students may observe and participate to the
best of their ability in the OS Community Group (CG), but will
receive no instruction there.
- Odaiko Sonora Community Group (formerly the
"Tucson Taiko Juku"). The CG is a self-guided entity
for players who wish to work together as a group to increase skill
levels, expand repetoire, and work towards community performances
3–5 times a year. Students qualify to join the CG after
taking one to three ART units and learning several required songs
and drills. The CG is led by senior players and instructed by
Performing Ensemble Members once a month. A free CG Track
exists for recreational students who wish to join the ongoing
CG.
- Odaiko Sonora Performing Ensemble. With over
40 performances—for nearly 13,000 people—each year,
these are players committed to taiko as a performing art form.
Performances vary from outdoor festivals to private parties to
staged theatrical productions. Dedication, rigorous training,
creative contribution, flexibility and a great attitude are what
define these players. A Performer Understudy group
exists for CG members who wish to work towards becoming
Performers.
Master Classes
In addition to weekly classes, Odaiko Sonora regularly brings guest
teachers to Tucson for intensive workshops. Some of the most highly
acclaimed taiko players and instructors in North America have come
to the area through this program, including Tiffany Tamaribuchi
of Sacramento Taiko Dan, San Jose Taiko leaders, members of Mu Daiko
from Minneapolis and Somei Yoshino Taiko Ensemble. Odaiko Sonora
also hosts international taiko artists such as Shidara, and programs
through Kodo Arts Sphere America (KASA). Bookmark the News
& Performances page for announcements about upcoming workshops!
Other Arizona Taiko
See our AZ Taiko Resource page for information
on other taiko opportunities in our state.
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