Yosakoi is a unique contemporary style of Japanese dance that was started in 1954 on Shikoku Island. It is a modern rendition of Obon. Yosakoi is highly energetic and utilizes traditional Japanese dance moves in a contemporary way. The workshop will be led by visiting guest artist from Nagasaki, Japan, Hideko Mukae. Hideko Mukae is a dancer, choreographer, and yoga instructor. She has choreographed for many award winning cheer and Yosakoi dance troupes. A FUN and GREAT WORKOUT!

Date: Friday, May 24, 2013 – 6:30-8:30pm
Location: Washington Middle School Cafeteria 1633 S. King Street Cost: $20 General, $15 Youth to Age 17
To register, contact: taikoarts@gmail.com
or call 737-7236

Taiko Center of the Pacific is pleased to announce that taiko classes will resume at Kapiolani Community College (KCC) starting April 22nd 2013.  Classes for tots, families, children through adults and for all skill levels will be offered. PRE-Registration is required. Register now and reserve your space! For class schedule and registration form, visit:
http://www.kennyendo.com/taiko-center-of-the-pacific

Rhythm Summit (Kenny Endo, Dean Taba, Noel Okimoto) is hosting an inspiring and educational clinics at Hawai’i Day of Percussion on April 6, 2013 (Sat) 9am-12noon.  Kenny Endo’s Taiko Center of the Pacific will also be performing at “PERCUSS-A-PALOOZA” 1pm-4pm, an exciting afternoon of ensemble performances by percussionists of all ages.

2013 Day of Percussion
Saturday April 6
UH Manoa
Admission is $10 ($5 for PAS members and students)

To pre-register, email percussiveartshawaii@gmail.com, or call 808-543-6054.

NOTE: Free transportation for interested HS students will be provided by the Kahuku Music Learning Center. Please contact Daniel Toyooka-Lim at: 293-8950 ext. 356 to reserve a seat.

more details on Percussive Arts Society website and event page on Facebook

“Uncommon Time: Taiko Tabla, Timbal” featuring John Santos (Afro-Latin percussion), Abhijit Banerjee (Indian tablas), and Kenny Endo (taiko) is performing at Musical Instrument Museum Music Theatre in Phoenix, CA.

“With Uncommon Time, the improvised drum exchange has evolved into a witty and heartfelt musical dialogue in which the three artists create new compositions using the rich palette of percussion forms, rhythmic interchanges, and instrumentations of diverse global cultures.” 

Performance Details:
Wednesday, March 27 | 7:00 p.m.
Tickets: $32.50–$37.50

Click here for more details

Lai Yi-Chieh is having a Guzheng Concert with Kenny Endo on taiko and Yoojin Cancio on percussion.

Guzheng (literally meaning “ancient zither”) is a beautiful and vibrant instrument which has far more than 2000 years of history in music of China. This concert combines old and new, East and West, with world premierees of new works for guzheng by UHM composers.  Come join us for this wonderful concert!

March 15 Friday , 2013
7:30pm, Orvis Auditorium, UH at Manoa Music Department
$12 general admission
$8 students, seniors, UH faculty/staff (ID required)

Click the image above or here for flyer

Taiko Arts Center (TAC) fundraiser on behalf of the Taiko Center of the Pacific Youth Group (TCP-YG)

Monday, March 18, 2013
California Pizza Kitchen (Kahala branch ONLY)
Purchases include dine-in, take-out, catering and all beverages

Please help support the TCP Youth Group! Mahalo!

with winds of change…..

KETE welcomes new members:
Jackie, JD, Ness, Manman, Tiff, Patrick
E KOMO MAI!
CONGRATULATIONS WELCOME!

February 8-17!

Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble collaborates with the UH Dance Program to present a unique performance of taiko and dance pieces.

February 8, 9, 15, and 16 at 8 pm, and Sunday February 17 at 2 pm.

See Flyer Here! and Taiko Drum and Dance Promo video Here!

Don’t miss this special collaboration!

Tickets:  http://www.hawaii.edu/kennedy/2012/taiko/index.php

PHOTOS from the CONCERTS:  http://kennedytheatre.shutterfly.com/photos2012-13/1837

Featuring:
Derek Nakamoto (keyboards) and Kenny Endo (taiko)

A unique approach to taiko, requiring skill and sensitivity, Honua explores realms of sound and imagery not often associated with taiko. Paired with composer/arranger/producer/pianist Derek Nakamoto, the two explore and create music on an intuitive level, share a connection and love for the islands which they celebrate through this music.

Date:
February 13, 8pm 

Venue:
New Dance Building (St John Plant Science Lab area)
3190 Maile Way (north/mauka side of street)
Honolulu, HI 96822

Walk down the 1st driveway west (Ewa) of the corner of Maile Way and East West Road. The Studio is about 30 yards down the driveway.

(floor seating only)
General Admission $10
UH Students $5
Free for UH Theater and Dance students
tickets available at the door

Sponsored by the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Department of Theatre and Dance

More information: (415) 373-2826 or email ketetcp@gmail.com

www.kennyendo.com /www.nakamotomusicgroup.com

Featuring:

Keith Terry (body music) & Kenny Endo (taiko) with guest Evie Ladin (body music)

Kenny Endo and Keith Terry, a world known master of body percussion started working together since 1980s. This will be a wonderful chance to experience two beautiful and inspiring art forms converse with each other. Also a rare opportunity to see these two master artists perform together in this beautiful Honolulu. Don’t miss this chance!

Review of A Lifetime of Improvisation 2010
“Sometimes they would interact with lightness and humor, but it was really just about the “dialogue” between them.”
- True Tall Taiko Tales: Review: Keith Terry and Kenny Endo: A Lifetime of Improvisation 2010

Venue:
New Dance Building (St John Plant Science Lab area)
3190 Maile Way (north/mauka side of street)
Honolulu, HI 96822

Walk down the 1st driveway west (Ewa) of the corner of Maile Way and East West Road. The Studio is about 30 yards down the driveway.

(floor seating only)
General Admission $10
UH Students $5
Free for UH Theater and Dance students

Sponsored by the University of Hawaii at Manoa, Department of Theatre and Dance

More information: (415) 373-2826 or email ketetcp@gmail.com