Taiko Drumming for Wildlings

Ages 5-18

Wild Meadows is pleased to host Allison Ballard of Fort Wayne Taiko for a morning of group drumming and rhythm making in the studio. The circle will integrate taiko, a drumming and movement form based on Japanese tradition. During our time together, we’ll explore beginner taiko techniques, the possibilities of found sound and connect through the reverence of this ancient earth-based drumming culture.

This class is designed for Wildlings (ages 5-18) Parents and younger siblings are free to join the last 15 minutes of class to see all the new skills we’ve learned!

In this 1 hour studio class, we’ll explore:

  • various percussion instruments (including a taiko drums)

  • mindful explorations of creating found sound anywhere

  • creation of collaborative rhythms

  • education around Taiko drumming history and culture

✽ All music-making materials provided. No previous experience necessary. Be prepared to be barefoot!

Register for ONE class or ALL available class dates.

psst.. Please review the cancellation policy & inherent risk & wellness policies carefully before registering for this offering.

Meet Allison Ballard

Allison joins our Wild Meadows collective of teachers with a Master of Arts in Dance/Movement Therapy and over 30 years experience teaching creative movement and rhythm to children, adults and people with special needs. She is the founding member of Fort Wayne Taiko, which continues to bring a culture-infused drumming practice to the community. She works devotionally for the University of St. Francis’ performing arts program for people with special needs. Ask her about her experience swimming with the whales, her travels to Japan to learn Taiko with the masters, or her outstanding backyard garden.

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