Taiko Fundamentals

Lesson 1: Basic Body Position and Strikes

In this lesson Kaoru goes over his basic philosophy including body position and striking the drum.

Lesson 2: Continuing with Single Hits

In this lesson Kaoru works on single hits using the basic fundamentals covered in Lesson 1.

Lesson 3: Working with a Metronome

In this lesson Kaoru leads us through working with a metronome and being able to play whole notes through 32nd...

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Lesson 4: Don DoKo

In this lesson Kaoru demonstrates how to play Don DoKo and how to practice this pattern so that it isn’t...

Lesson 5: DOROtsuku

In this lesson Kaoru continues by demonstrating the pattern DOROtsuku and gives tips on what to look for to improve...

Lesson 6: Shagiri

In this lesson Kaoru demonstrates the pattern Shagiri.

Lesson 7: Shoulder Mechanics

In this lesson Kaoru talks about the importance of being aware of one’s shoulders.

Lesson 8: The Unbendable Arm

In this lesson Kaoru demonstrates the concept of the unbendable arm which illustrates the importance of body position and relaxation.

Lesson 9: Alternative Hits

In this lesson Kaoru introduces more advanced ways to generate the the striking motion.

Lesson 10: Bringing Everything Together

In this lesson, Kaoru teaches how he helps students mark their progress with a specific training regiment taking them through...