2024 Public Taiko Drumming Workshop

Saturday, November 9, 2024

Soh Daiko is offering a public workshop this November! This workshop will include a brief history of Japanese drumming, an introduction to taiko fundamentals, and a taiko demonstration. No experience is necessary! We will provide everything you need to play.


DATE: Saturday, November 9, 2024

TIME: 1:30 PM – 6:00 PM
NOTE: Check in will start at 1:30 pm, please arrive on time. The workshop will be followed by our traditional reception with apples and seltzer from 6:00-6:30 PM so you can ask any further questions and get to know the Soh Daiko members.

ADDRESS: New York Buddhist Church, 322 Riverside Drive, New York, NY 10025

FEE: $50* ($40 for those who register before October 26, 2024!)


To REGISTER, please complete the following steps:

  1. Fill out the registration form.
  2. Pay the workshop fee using one of the methods below:

(Payment may also be made via Venmo @Soh-daiko.)

*If these electronic payment methods do not work for you, cash or a check made out to New York Buddhist Church/Soh Daiko will be accepted upon arrival.


Current safety protocols:

Currently, as the space we rehearse in is a shared space, it is required that all workshop attendees be vaccinated against COVID-19, with proof available to show before entering. Additionally, Soh Daiko reserves the right to request participants to wear masks during the workshops should there be any COVID concerns at the time of the events. If you have any questions about the COVID protocols, please contact us directly.


We are looking forward to you joining us for a day of drumming! All experiences are welcome. Please share with your friends, family and colleagues!

See you there!
– SOH DAIKO MEMBERS
If you have any questions, please contact Jane at: jconrad@sohdaiko.org

This program is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.