CLASS LOCATION

TAM STUDIO
655 Fairview Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Please enter the main area to the left.
We are located inside this space, head right after entering.

Please bring mask (optional), water & indoor shoes for class.
Wear loose clothing, and please refrain from using fragrances.

Check the Calendar for class schedule. If you’re unsure which class to take, please email Craig at cjohnson@taikoartsmidwest.org or info@taikoartsmidwest.org

INTRODUCTORY CLASSES & WORKSHOPS

Come drum with us - no experience necessary!  (Ages 13+)
Join in the fun! Learn basic taiko form (kata), rhythms, and history.

We offer two options for the beginner student:

A. This Two-Hour Workshop gives a taste or "crash course" of the taiko experience.
Tuition: $50
Upcoming Opportunity:

1) Saturday, February 10 @1- 3pm CST

2) Saturday, March 23 @4 -6 pm CST

B. A six - week Intro Taiko Series, for a more in-depth experience.
Tuition: $200
Next up: Saturdays January 6 to February 10, 2024 @3:30pm to 5pm

ONGOING STUDIO CLASS DESCRIPTIONS

If you’re unsure which class to take, please email Craig at cjohnson@taikoartsmidwest.org or info@taikoartsmidwest.org

TAIKO ENERGY - BASICS -

Tuesday 5:30pm-7:00pm

-UPDATE: This CLASS is currently on pause until further notice-

Teacher: Craig Johnson

Level: Beginner to Intermediate

Requirements: Intro to Taiko Series or recent taiko experience; teacher discretion

Ongoing class that follows the Intro Taiko Series, expanding repertoire and introducing new drills while continuing to study what was learned in the Intro Series.

TAIKO ENERGY – BASICS

Sunday 12:30PM-2:00PM
Teacher: Chiaki O'Brien
Level: Beginner - Intermediate

Requirements: Intro to Taiko Series or recent taiko experience; teacher discretion
This class will focus taiko basics and will be taught at a slower pace. Perfect for those who recently completed the Intro Series class, or for those who want to slow down and focus on the basics.

TAIKO ENERGY – ADVANCED

Sunday 11:00AM - 12:30PM

Teacher: Craig Johnson

Requirements: Enso Daiko’s Taiko Energy Intermediate; 3+ years previous taiko experience; teacher discretion

This class is currently covering Shoji Kameda’s Omiyage, as well as drills to increase bachi control and timing accuracy.

TAIKO ENERGY - INTERMEDIATE

Sunday 9:30AM - 11:00AM

Teacher: Craig Johnson

Experience requirements: Enso Daiko’s Taiko Energy Basics; 1+ years; teacher discretion

This class is currently covering Rick Shiomi’s classic Pounding Hooves and will eventually learn another R.S favorite, Journey to Toji Temple. Kata refinement and Renshu Daiko are also highlighted.