CLASS LOCATION
TAM STUDIO
655 Fairview Ave N, St. Paul, MN 55104
Inside Fairview Business Center.
From main doors, enter door on the Left to a large area (the old Element Gym);
we are located inside this space. The TAM Studio door is on the Right.
You may need to type in “taiko” into the directory if the doors are locked.
Please bring water & indoor shoes for class (mask optional),
and wear loose clothing. Please refrain from using fragrances.
Check the Calendar for class schedules. If you’re unsure which class to take, please email Craig at cjohnson@taikoartsmidwest.org or info@taikoartsmidwest.org
NEW Parent Child class with Emily Harada
Fridays @6 - 7pm 2x/month: SEPT 12, 19 OCT 3, 10 NOV 7, 14
We will take December off, and resume in January (dates TBD)
-Suggested ages: 7 -13yo. It will be like building off of each class to learn a song. Attention and listening skill building, but some is required.
-Tickets: $40, 1 ticket per pair
see CALENDAR to buy Sept 19 and after
NEW TAWOO taiko 2-hours with Emily Harada
Sundays @6 - 8pm
OCT 5, 12 NOV 9, 16, 23 JAN 2026 11, 18,
We will focus on "JAMBO" the piece in 2025, and work on a different song in 2026
Tickets: $30 ticket
see CALENDAR to buy Oct 12 and after
TAM Students!
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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. Taiko Intro Workshop
This Two-Hour Workshop gives a taste or "crash course" of the taiko experience.
Tuition: $50
Upcoming Workshops:
TBD
Sat, Oct 11 @7 -9pm
B. Taiko Intro Series - 6 weeks
This series gives a more in-depth taiko experience.
Tuition: $200
Next session: Tues, Sept 23 - Oct 28. 5:30 -7pm
ONGOING STUDIO CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
If you’re unsure which class to take, please email Craig at cjohnson@taikoartsmidwest.org or info@taikoartsmidwest.org
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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.