Hachijo Daiko Hour
with Emily Harada

From Hachijo Island, this hour is meant to learn about where Hachijo daiko comes from, and practice solo-ing, while learning about the rhythms. Hachijo daiko is a form of yoko uchi, where the taiko is placed on its side with 2 people playing on each. 1 person will rotate by coming up to solo, while everyone else gathers and enjoy each other’s company. Emily is excited to share her experience with Yosareikai and other Hachijo daiko teachers from Greater Tokyo, and techniques from Shogo Yoshi. 

Following the session’s 2/10 completion, the hour will return in March.