|
Introduction to Uchikomi
(One Hour Session)
In-depth taiko training for the mind and body!!
Uchikomi is all about repetition of rhythms in various ways to improve each aspect of your physical and mental ability.
In taiko, that can include something as simple as one strong beat all the way to a long, complex phrase of a piece.
With enough Uchikomi practice, the body will grasp the concept of using form over power, mind over matter.
Then your body will naturally become stronger and gain stamina as a result of Uchikomi.
Taiko Uchikomi does not only consist of strong hits.
Small hits, medium hits, rolls, rim taps (ka ra), passive drops, doubles, skips, vibrants, ma, timed-ma and
any combination of these and more are equally important according to you and your groups particular styles and needs.
It is important to keep in mind that no matter what is included in your uchikomi session,
of particular importance is concentration on what can be achieved for each beat during the session.
For example:
1. Hard beats = Solid hit and stabilization
2. Soft beats = Control, Fluid yet crisp sound
3. Rolls = Fast or slow, on-time
4. Ma = Equal space between each beat, especially if movement is added.
5. Combinations = switching grip, form, movement, etc. to easily control your desired sound.
Uchikomi is something that we love to practice, and we would be happy to share this with you in this uchikomi course.
Date and Times:
April 23
Session 1 - 11:00am~ (Japan Time).
Session 2 - 3:00pm~ (Japan Time).
**See Time Converter for your region here.
**You are welcome to choose one or both sessions.
**Please note that dates and/or times may be changed. In this case, registered participants will be notified immediately**
--Registered Participants Page--
Cost
2,000yen - per person (per session)
Includes:
- Participation in online live training session with Tokara.
(for those who cannot join the live session, there will be a recorded session)
- Notation which covers any in-depth uchikomi drills learned in the workshop.
Taught by: Art Lee and Yukari Ichise
This course is taught live via Zoom sessions. In addition, all sessions are recorded and can be accessed
for up to one week afterwards via private password-protected website.
This way, you can access any part of the course even if you are unable to join the live sessions and/or wish to review any details at your own pace.
For each course, you will need:
- Zoom account (100% free and accessible through PC, smartphone, tablet)
- Taiko Bachi (or anything which you can use as drumsticks)
- Drum (or anything which you can play...drumpad, cushion, box, phonebook, etc.
1. Sessions are between 60-90 minutes depending on the course.
2. Each session for learning new compositions also include two types of written notation (when applicable).
**To register for this course, please click the above Registration Bar just under the preview video.
**Please contact Tokara if you have any questions**
|
