Firebird Drummers Club

In this style of Taiko drumming, the paranku (small handheld) and odaiko (large over-the-shoulder strap held) drums will be used to drum along to choreographed dance steps. It is a unique, Okinawan cultural activity that can be enjoyed by all. The goals of the program will be:

• To teach the “3 basics” of Taiko---around the head with the bachi, proper leg-lifting, and how to heishi (“call-out”)
• To learn the choreographed routines to at least four songs and do at least one school performance in May
• To develop an appreciation for an Okinawan cultural activity

Maximum of 50 students.