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' 'Taiko Japan' Fukui, Japan April
08 - April 26, 2019 |
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April
08 - April 26, 2019 Japanese 'Taiko' Drumming Courses with Taiko Master - Masaaki Kurumaya Nicole Weepers - Chiara Parisi |
Under the guidance of Kurumaya-Sensei and in a wooded valley outside Fukui, a custom built Taiko Centre ( Dojo ) was founded in September 2001. Fully equipped with a complete range of Taiko Drums, and capable of taking classes up to 20 people, it is a superb facility. In this secluded, and dedicated setting, the Fukui Dojo is designed to deepen the technical and spiritual understanding of the form and to connect with the Japanese essence of Taiko Drumming. |
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The Courses progress from basic training in posture, technique, rhythm, through awareness of various Taiko drum techniques, towards the learning and performance of more complex Taiko compositions. The drumming technique is based on the traditional and unique ‘Hokkuriko’ style of Taiko, fused with other Taiko styles and world music influences. During the courses, emphasis will be placed on mental and physical focus and discipline, on developing a pure creative space within oneself and on integrating the deeply respectful ways of Japanese Taiko. KURUMAYA SENSEI -
will be working as previously with Nicole weepers in the first two
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INTRODUCTORY COURSE Monday April 08 - Friday April 12 2019 5 days - ¥65,000 Yen & £25 pounds deposit (At forex rates 4 wks before Course) |
Designed as an introduction to local drumming techniques, especially for beginners to Taiko drumming, but also advisable for any newcomers to the Fukui Dojo. Beginners - need to display a basic aptitude for Taiko drumming, and be reasonably fit. Drummers and musicians, dancers and active sports players, should have the necessary co-ordination, level of fitness and sense of rhythm and timing. Experienced Taiko Players - generally require 2-3 days technical transfer for learning new rhythms and modifying playing positions, and are encouraged to start with the Introductory Course. Professional and semi-professional Taiko players, familiar with different Taiko styles, may apply for direct entry into the intermediate course. |
INTERMEDIATE I COURSE Monday April 15 - Friday April 19 2019 5 days - ¥65,000 Yen & £25 pounds deposit (At forex rates 4 wks before Course) |
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For all those who have completed previous courses at Fukui, and as a continuation course for those completing the introductory course, April
08 - April 12, 2019. Professional and semi-professional Taiko players, familiar with different Taiko styles, may apply for direct entry into the intermediate course. |
INTERMEDIATE II COURSE Monday April 22 - Friday April 26 2019 5 days - ¥65,000 Yen & £25 pounds deposit (At forex rates 4 wks before Course) |
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For all those who have completed previous
Intermediate courses at Fukui, as a continuation course for those completing the
Intermediate I course, April 15 - April 19, 2019, and for those Taiko
players preparing for the Advanced Course in April 2020. Subject to references, professional and semi-professional Taiko players, familiar with different Taiko styles, may apply for direct entry into the Intermediate II Course. |
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Introductory
- April 06-10,2020 Advanced
Course 2020
- Kurumaya Sensei invites top level Taiko performers to join this week, |
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Masaaki Kurumaya 'KI' - the Japanese concept of 'Ki' (Life Force) is central to Kurumaya-sensei's Taiko style and forms the basis of his passionate, dynamic and intuitive technique. Playing and performing Taiko since 1969, Kurumaya-Sensei has performed throughout Japan with Hibiki Daiko, and was the guiding force of the British based Taiko group, Mugenkyo, performing at 300 concerts throughout Europe in 1998/99 with them, culminating in a Japan Festival Award in London in 1999. He is an experienced tutor of Taiko with schoolchildren, students and adults and with foreign residents in Japan. |
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Nicole Weepers
-together with Katie Daly, Nicole Weepers leads the Japanese drumming group 'Matsuri Taiko', formed in 2003 at The University of Adelaide, South Australia and originally composed of percussionists studying at The Elder Conservatorium of Music. Matsuri Taiko travelled to Japan in 2007 and 2008 to study with their Sensei, renowned Taiko Master Masaaki Kurumaya, and brought back with them a wealth of knowledge and experience. As well as a highly accomplished performance group, Matsuri Taiko offer workshops for schools and businesses, introductory sessions and ongoing classes. |
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Return Train Transfer Costs to Fukui : |
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Accommodation - which is reasonable value in Japan, will be based at a conveniently located standard hotel (room and ensuite bathroom) at about Y4,000 - Y5,000 per night. Traditional Japanese style accommodation, without private bathrooms, is available at a related ryokan - Y5.000 / nt Japan Rail Pass - those wishing to travel elsewhere in Japan should consider obtaining a Japan Rail Pass purchasable only from official Japan Tourist Offices, only outside Japan. |
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Fukui - Cherry blossom season coincides with the course dates, the hotel being next to a famous riverside blossom walk. Weekends are free to explore the Fukui part of Japan with numerous places of historical and cultural interest in the area - the nearby charming Daianzenji Remple, open for Zen meditation every other Friday evening and the awe inspiring valley and forest Zen temple and seminary of Eiheiji. Visiting one of Japan's most famous gardens at Kenroku-en in historical Kanazawa (1 hour by train) is a very pleasant day trip. Kyoto is also easily accessible. |
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Two films on Japanese
Culture, one at Cherry Blossom time, the other in the Autumn. For general viewing, for viewing whilst in Japan……… |