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SCOTTISH TAIKO FESTIVAL
Taiko Intensive, workshops, and performances in the heart of Scotland
TAIKO GASSHUKU ALBA 6th - 10th April 2025
TAIKO FESTIVAL 11th - 13th April 2025
Upcoming Events
- 14 Apr 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Gartmore Village Hall, Main St, Gartmore, Stirling FK8 3RW, UKAn introductory "have-a-go" workshop suitable for all levels, but primarily aimed at those with no previous experience of Taiko. Whilst a background in other physical or musical activities is a bonus, no previous experience is necessary, and all equipment will be provided. Taught by Shonagh Walker.
- 14 Apr 2024, 09:00 – 11:00Dounans Centre Aberfoyle, Dounans Centre, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3UT, UKLet’s try to hit these big drums. Taster workshop suitable for all players. You will learn a bit of taiko language and have fun with taiko games. Adults with the heart of a child are very welcome! Taught by Silke Hanzen.
- 14 Apr 2024, 09:00 – 11:00Aberfoyle Memorial Hall, Trossachs Rd, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3SW, UKTaiko is all about rhythm, and the more approaches we have to rhythm, the better taiko players we can be! In this workshop we’ll learn how to FEEL rhythms in the body and UNDERSTAND them through the brain.
- 13 Apr 2024, 13:30 – 14:30Dounans Centre, Dounans Centre, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3UT, UKEver got to a point, where playing certain rhythms feels like a guessing game? Let's tackle uncertainty and learn how to groove with rhythmical confidence by transferring the power of "solkattus" to our taiko playing.
- 13 Apr 2024, 13:30 – 15:30Aberfoyle Memorial Hall, Trossachs Rd, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3SW, UK“Yakudo” is a lively taiko-song composed by Monika Baumgartl. Powerful, with strong movements, but also soft parts, the song presents the energy Tentekko-Taiko brought on stage as one of the first European Taiko groups. Taught by Silke Hanzen.
- 13 Apr 2024, 13:30 – 15:30Dounans Centre Aberfoyle, Dounans Centre, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3UT, UKWithin this workshop Lucy Thomas takes participants through a range of taiko drills which incorporate some exciting brain gym challenges as well as some pure physical elements so the brain and the body get a good workout. This workshop is suitable for all taiko players.
- 13 Apr 2024, 11:15 – 13:15Aberfoyle Memorial Hall, Trossachs Rd, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3SW, UKWhat makes a performer stand out on stage? Why does the audience focus on one artist? What captures our attention? Is it just what they call stage presence, or is there something more? Taught by Monica Vedia.
- 13 Apr 2024, 11:15 – 13:15Dounans Centre Aberfoyle, Dounans Centre, Aberfoyle, Stirling FK8 3UT, UKThis workshop is for anyone wanting to bring a little more health, balance and awareness to their playing. Discover the ‘why’ behind basic taiko technique (stance, grip and strike) and learn how to direct your energy to play in a relaxed, balanced and healthy way. Taught by Razz Purcell.
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