Kenny Endo - Taiko Artist

Back from Maui!

admin — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 03:11:41 +0000

Back from the Convergence Performance on Maui.

But tonight, don’t miss the Kenny Endo and Friends Special Event at Dragon Upstairs, 1038 Nuuanu, $5 cover. 8-11 PM. See Calendar for more information.

Also, DON’T MISS the amazing Convergence Concert!! March 13, 2010 at Leeward Community College (LCC). Featuring legendary percussionist from Tokyo Kiyohiko Semba, former flautist from Kodo Kaoru Watanabe, and electric violinist Kaori Takahashi, with former Complexions dancers Lynn Barre and Miho Morinoue.

More Updates

admin — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:03:32 +0000

Back from the Big Island rehearsal with Miho Morinoue and Lynn Barre, both formerly of Complexions Dance Company, in preparation for the Semba-Endo collaboration on 3.6 and 3.13 (see below).

Stay tuned for Rhythm Summit CD release early summer!

The Latest on Kenny Endo

admin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 22:23:13 +0000

Kenny Endo is on Big Island today, rehearsing with Miho Morinoue, formerly of Complexions Dance Company of New York, one of the top contemporary dance companies in the US.

We’re all gearing up for Semba, Kaori Takahashi, and Kaoru’s arrivals into Hawaii next week.

Special workshops with Semba and Kaoru are in planning for March 8th and 9th.

Kenny is also working on the finishing touches for his collaborative CD release with arranger/keyboardist Derek Nakamoto, which is scheduled for April 3rd.

Keep checking back for more updates and info!

Special Summer Taiko Intensives 2010 and More

admin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:29:30 +0000

This summer, Kenny Endo and the Taiko Center of the Pacific offer intensive courses in Taiko drumming IN ADDITION to two 5-week long summer classes (below). The Taiko intensives are for those who want a concentrated study in Taiko. Enrollment is limited. One week only!!
June 14 - June 18, Monday -Friday, click here for more info.

Dates for Summer Sessions:

Summer Session I: June 20 - July 25

Summer Session II: July 27 - Aug 29

See TCP website for more class information and to find out how to register.

Also, TCP is now accepting application for its annual Fellowship program! Don’t miss this great opportunity to study taiko in Hawaii with Kenny Endo and the members of his ensemble. The deadline for the next application period is April 2, 2010. Go to www.taikoarts.com to download the application.

Let’s Celebrate!

admin — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 21:19:32 +0000

This year, Kenny Endo celebrates his 35th year of taiko drumming with celebration concerts around the country.

“I have worked with many great artists and musicians, but Kiyohiko Semba is a genius.” — Kenny Endo, of his upcoming collaboration concerts

Don’t miss these amazing performances!

3.6.2010 Kiyohiko Semba - Kenny Endo Collaboration at MACC, Maui (more info here)

3.13.2010 Semba-Endo Collaboration at LCC (Honolulu) (more info here)

More dates:

4.3.2010 Kenny Endo 35th Anniversary Concert with special guests: Kaoru Watanabe, June Kuramoto, Abe Lagrimas, Kinnara Taiko, On Ensemble, and others - LA at JACCC (more info here)

6.11.2010 Kenny Endo 35th Anniversary Concert with special guests: Noel Okimoto, Dean Taba, San Jose Taiko, and others - HI

Fall 2010 Kenny Endo 35th Anniversary Concert and Educational Tour

See Calendar for more details.

Special Summer Taiko Intensives 2009

admin — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 01:56:29 +0000

This summer, Kenny Endo and the Taiko Center of the Pacific offer intensive courses in Taiko drumming IN ADDITION to the regular six-week long summer classes. The Taiko intensives are for those who want a concentrated study in Taiko. Enrollment is limited. One week only!!
June 8 - 12, Monday -Friday, click here for more info.

Welcome

admin — Thu, 01 Jan 2009 06:17:59 +0000

Aloha and welcome to the website of taiko artist Kenny Endo!

HAPPY NEW YEAR! May 2010 bring much joy, good health & prosperity to all!
Kenny Endo 35th Anniversary Concert Performance & Educational Tour Fall 2010

For information & bookings: Pacifika Artists Network

Also, for information on classes, make sure to check out the Taiko Center of the Pacific Category (linked on the left), or click on the Classes page, above.