A one-year scholarship to study traditional and contemporary taiko in Honolulu, Hawaii. Fellowship begins summer 2010 and summer 2011 for 2011  (start date flexible).

Fellowship Includes:

• $250 one-time cash stipend. Opportunity to participate in any regular TCP class. Placement in the Kenny Endo Taiko
• Ensemble (KETE) Trainee Program with the opportunity to become a performing member of the Honolulu ensemble (Program begins September 10, 2010 and September 6, 2011).

Other Benefits:

• Opportunities to study hogaku hayashi, matsuri bayashi, lion dance, and fue through discounted private lessons with Kenny Endo.
• Possible part-time taiko teaching assistant position June 20 – July 22, 2011.
• Possible part-time employment as an administrative and/or teaching staff member.
• A large and close-knit taiko community.
• Opportunities to travel and perform on neighbor islands. • Access to quality higher education opportunities at the
• University of Hawaii at Manoa, Kapiolani Community College, Chaminade University, and Hawaii Pacific University.
• Great weather! Great food! Great beaches!

Eligibility:

• Fellowship recipients must be between 18-35 years old.
• Minimum of 3 years taiko experience, or an equivalent combination of experience in taiko and other performing arts.
• Applicants must submit an application form, 10-15 minute audition videotape, and an application essay. Finalists may be interviewed via telephone by members of KETE Honolulu.
• One-year commitment required with possibility for renewal. Approximately 10-15 hours/week in practice, teaching and administrative assistance.

Who should apply?

• Members of youth taiko groups who are interested in pursuing their undergraduate degrees in Hawaii.
• Members of collegiate taiko groups who are interested in pursuing graduate degrees in Hawaii.
• Any other member of the taiko community interested in pursuing this unique opportunity.

Application: Click here to download the application (.pdf)

Deadline: April 2, 2011