PerformancesTOMOE
Friday 24th November, 7pm at The Plowright Theatre, Scunthorpe Three renowned Taiko groups from across Europe bring this fantastic unmissable show to The Plowright Theatre! Humber Taiko presents Tsuchigumo Daiko (Scotland), Coritani (England) and Kion Dojo (Germany) for a memorable and exhilarating evening of Taiko. From fast paced, high energy drumming to sensitive and theatrical performances to funky grooves, these three very different groups showcase the variety and power of Taiko. This event takes place at The Plowright Theatre. Tickets are priced £10/£6 concession each. Booking fee may apply Joint ticket available for both events £12/£7 concession each. Booking fee may apply BUY TICKETS HERE TAIKO NIGHT Saturday 25th November, 7pm at The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe Humber Taiko presents the annual celebration of Taiko featuring local youth and community groups from across Northern Lincolnshire, and guests from further afield. The evening will also feature a brand new composition involving local folk musicians collaborating with Taiko. This show takes place at The Baths Hall. Tickets are priced £5/£3 concession each. Joint ticket for both events £12/£7 concession each. Booking fee may apply. BUY TICKETS HERE Humber Taiko Festival is supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, and Arts Development at North Lincolnshire Council. |
WorkshopsBeginners Taiko Workshop (adults & ages 14+)
Thursday 23rd November, 6.30-8.30pm at Frederick Gough School, Scunthorpe With Tsuchigumo Daiko Learn to play Taiko with an introduction to movement patterns and rhythms around and on the drum. Participants will learn a short piece. No previous experience needed, suitable for complete beginners. Groove Taiko (adults & ages 12+) Saturday 25th November at The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe 10.30am-12pm or 1pm-2.30pm With Kion Dojo "The Kion-way of taiko drumming involves a lot of movement of the whole body, like jumping while striking the drum and moving along with the beat. It's a lot of fun and helps you to play with lot’s of energy while staying relaxed. In this workshop we will practice that and also learn short piece!" Previous Taiko experience would be beneficial. Exploring the Space (adults & ages 12+) Saturday 25th November at The Baths Hall, Scunthorpe 10.30am-12pm or 1pm-2.30pm With Tsuchigumo Daiko "In this workshop we aim to provide a fundamental 'Taiko Toolbox' of movement patterns and rhythmic expressions to help participants effectively ‘colour’ the space around them, both on and off the drum, including a primer on Bachi tricks. Utilising specially created drills, participants will be shown exercises to increase awareness of how the body is used when playing, how to play with relaxation and power, to improve kata (form) and waza (technique) using dynamic grips and stances, and help strengthen their internal clock" Some Taiko experience needed. Children's Taiko (ages 8-12) Sunday 24th November, 10am-12pm at Frederick Gough School, Scunthorpe. With Kion Dojo and Tsuchigumo Daiko A unique opportunity to learn with both Kion Dojo and Tsuchigumo Daiko! Lots of energy, fun and moving around the drum to learn a short piece! No Taiko experience needed. All workshop places are £3.00 each. Supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, and Arts Development at North Lincolnshire Council |
