Team Taiko is joining the San Pedro Holiday Parade. Learn how to taiko in a parade. We will practice how to wear the drum and march while playing.
Taiko is a Japanese drumming style that, over the last several decades, has become a global phenomenon. Since 2013, Grand Vision has partnered with leading taiko instructors to bring the art form to the South Bay.
Taiko Artist ManMan Mui guides participants toward a repertoire of drumming techniques and patterns. Sessions include developing rhythmic sensibility, body awareness, breath and strength training as students make music together as a team.
If you would like to drum in the parade, please be sure to select your shirt size when you register.
If you would just like to attend the class to learn these taiko techniques, please select the Class Only option.
Team Taiko is open to all skill levels and abilities, from beginners to seasoned musicians. Classes are recommended for ages 12 and up, children must either participate with a guardian or have a participation waiver signed before class.
Classes are offered in person and streamed live via Zoom to allow for all to participate.
Parade Session Mondays at 7 PM, November 10 – December 1 & Parade on Sunday, December 7:
Team Taiko classes are divided into 8-week sessions, with a different pattern taught in each session. They can be purchased by session or by class.
- Monday, November 10 – 7 PM
- Monday, November 17 – 7 PM
- Monday, November 24 – 7 PM
- Monday, December 1 – 7 PM
- Sunday, December 7 – 12 PM
About Class Fees & Sliding Scale:
The Team Taiko Parade session is designed to be $95 per person, but we don’t want economic circumstances to be a barrier to attending so we offer tickets on a sliding scale. Pay the price that works for you. Your class experience will be the same regardless of which option you choose.
To Attend In Person:
- Please bring water and wear comfortable clothes. Taiko is a full-body practice
- Drumstick (bachi) will be provided for you.
To Attend Virtually:
- The Zoom link will be emailed to you with your receipt.
- Learn how to make your own practice drum here.
