Kamae

British English CC

Correct kamae and waza

8 doko

8 Tsuku

Sore

8 tsuku

8 kara

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The key principles of taiko

Music

Context and terminology of taiko

Taiko performance

Taiko composition

Pupils are introduced to Taiko drumming, performing as an ensemble, composing in groups and learning about the energy that pulse and rhythm can bring to a performance. They learn the key terminology and technique of Taiko and develop an understanding of the culture connected with the music.

Taiko drumming

Right leg in front of the body, bending the knee and the back leg straight.

Left leg in front of the body, bending the knee and the back leg straight.

Right leg in front and straight, whilst bending the knee of the back leg.

Left leg in front and straight, whilst bending the knee of the back leg.

‘rest’ with hands holding bachi horizontally in front

Which of these are kata (movements) in taiko?

Which of the following are strikes on the hara?

Which of the following are strikes on the fuchi?

Kakegoe are {{}} used during performance for cues and emotion.

You would hear ichi ni sore at the {{}} of a taiko performance.

Two different drum strikes used in taiko.

The phonetic notation used to describe rhythms, dynamics and pitch is kuchi {{}}.

Starter Quiz

You would hear ichi ni sore at the of a taiko performance.