Odaiko Sonora Oct '09 Update

From left: Kids from Sonoran Aikikai Aikido Dojo in a special group workshop; Odaiko Sonora Community Group members and students share that team spirit; Odaiko Sonora rocks the Mesa Arts Center; Batucaxé enlivens the Rhythm Industry Performance Factory at the Sept. Review.

The only constant...

... is change, of course. Our Tucson Meet Yourself appearance is scheduled for 3:30pm, Saturday, Oct. 10. Thus, the Oct. 10 Intro to Taiko session has been rescheduled to Oct. 17, 2:15–4:30pm in conjunction with our first Adult Recreational Taiko (ART) class. The Intro session includes some historical info, observing part of an actual Performing Ensemble rehearsal, and two hours of hands-on taiko! If you decide you like playing taiko enough to sign up for the remainder of the 8-week ART unit, your $25 Intro fee will be applied to the ART registration.

And, of course, join us on the 10th at Tucson's most fabulous public festival!

Introduction to Taiko
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2:15 to 4:30pm. There is no session on Oct. 10
This is a special three hour session is designed for those who want to learn a bit of everything about taiko and their local taiko-za. Participants gain a knowledge of the historical and cultural background, basic form and technique, drills, and traditional and modern taiko songs that make this compelling art form so unique. $25 (sliding scale).

And join us for these special, free workshops to prepare for this year's 20th All Souls Procession on Nov. 8!

Odaiko Sonora: Bon Odori Tucson ASP Style
Saturdays, Oct 17, Oct 31 & Nov 7 from 12:30–1:30pm
At these free community workshops, you'll learn about the ancient Japanese Buddhist ancestor festival, Obon. Learn an original dance created by Odaiko Sonora specifically for Tucson's All Souls Procession, work with us to make costumes, and then join us in the Procession on Nov. 8. Free.

For information and to register, email karen@tucsontaiko.org

Arigato gozaimasu!