CALENDAR for GLTC Members of in-person and online activities (view all below) including GLTC Break Weeks of MA & GROUP practices (for Godaiko Drummers, Raion Taiko, Sazanami Taiko Arts Ensemble, Sakura J.I.G., MI Shishimai Kai, Murasaki Shikibu, Shamisen Study Group).
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* May 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* June 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are usually scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this seasonal Weeks of MA (last 7 days of each month + first 7 days of January, April, July, and September 2025) , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* July 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* August 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this seasonal Weeks of MA (last 7 days of each month + first 7 days of January, April, July, and September 2025) , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* September 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* October 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* November 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* December 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this seasonal Weeks of MA (last days of December 2025 + first 7 days of January 2026) , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* April 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting as we share about GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
*Taiko Centering 2025 monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: (2/3), 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/23, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this seasonal Weeks of MA (last 7 days of each month + first 7 days of January, April, July, and September 2025) , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Taiko Centering* March 2025: Please join our monthly membership meeting on March 17th (8-9pm) as we share about 2025 GLTC activities and organizing for our members and Taiko Arts related events in our communities.
As we head into our Spring/Summer performance season, we can also reflect on our guest artist visit with Stuart Paton last month.
*Upcoming Taiko Centering monthly membership meetings (on Zoom & recorded) are scheduled for every 3rd Monday of the month: 3/17, 4/21, 5/19, 6/16, 7/21, 8/18, 9/22, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
During this monthly Week of MA (the last 7 days of each month in 2025), there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
During this seasonal (2) Weeks of MA , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Join our end-of-year celebration for our Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC) community of collective members, family and friends, community partners and supporters. We welcome neighborhood and local community members to join us as well to come Drum, Dance and Dream with us!
Our Taiko Arts Collective will be sharing performances that reflect the work and play of our Learning Circles and Performance Groups this Fall 2024 season along with glimpses of our dreams for the new year 2025.
SCHEDULE for GLTC Members on SUN 12/22 in the RSHS GYM:
11am-1pm Sazanami group practice
1:00-1:30pm Ei Ja Nai Ka team rehearsal
1:30-2:00pm MI Arama team rehearsal
2-3pm GLTC Members setup
3-6pm GLTC Holiday Party program
6pm GLTC members cleanup - Thank You!
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
Planning Team meeting @Zoom for event team coordinating our end of year celebration event:
GLTC Winter Holiday Party on SUN December 22nd 2024 (3-5pm)
https://michigantaiko.net/events/2024-holiday-party
>>> Volunteers are welcome to join our planning team (current members: Noriko, Rieko, Kyoko, Akiyo with Jianin and Eileen>contact) or to help with specific event tasks (ask your group lead/coordinator), thanks!
During this monthly Week of MA , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Planning Team meeting @Zoom for event team coordinating our end of year celebration event:
GLTC Winter Holiday Party on SUN December 22nd 2024 (3-5pm)
https://michigantaiko.net/events/2024-holiday-party
>>> Volunteers are welcome to join our planning team (current members: Noriko, Rieko, Kyoko, Akiyo with Jianin and Eileen>contact) or to help with specific event tasks (ask your group lead/coordinator), thanks!
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
November 2nd @ 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm EDT (5:00-6:30pm PDT)
Join us on Saturday, November 2rd for the next online Watch Party to celebrate taiko pioneers PJ & Roy Hirabayashi, and their remarkable 50th anniversary concert. “The Race for Free Spirit: A 50-Year Uprising” will offer an inspiring experience as we explore their quest for identity, dedication to social activism, and commitment to building community. More info and register at:
https://taikoventures.com/event/a-race-for-free-spirit-watch-party/
From TaikoVentures:
Join Us for a 3-part Adventure!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER (free)
November Watch Party: Sat, Nov 2nd, 5:00pm Pacific
#RaceForFreeSpirit Social Media Challenge: November 4th to 8th
Watch Party Follow-Up Discussion: Sat, Nov 9th, 5:00pm Pacific
One year ago, Senior Vocationists PJ and Roy Hirabayashi celebrated 50 years of playing taiko by presenting "The Race for Free Spirit: A 50-Year Uprising" to a sold-out audience in San Jose, CA. This Saturday, we are honored to feature the show in its entirety at our next Watch Party. The excitement will continue throughout the following week, with a unique social media challenge. Finally, we will end our series with a follow-up discussion led by Roy and PJ. Join us for these free virtual community gatherings in celebration of two of our taiko community pioneers!
The Race for Free Spirit:
A 50-Year Uprising
TaikoVentures Watch Party
Saturday, Nov. 2nd
5:00pm Pacific Time (8:00pm Eastern Time)
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
#RaceForFreeSpirit
Social Media Challenge
Nov 4th to 8th
Watch our channels for instructions!
Like Us on Facebook
Follow Us on Instagram
Watch Party Follow-Up Discussion with Roy & PJ
Saturday, Nov. 9th
5:00pm Pacific Time (8:00pm Eastern Time)
(Link will be distributed to Watch Party attendees after the show)
1st planning meeting @Zoom for event team coordinating our end of year celebration event:
GLTC Winter Holiday Party on SUN December 22nd 2024 (3-5pm)
https://michigantaiko.net/events/2024-holiday-party
>>> Volunteers welcome to join our planning team (current members: Noriko, Rieko, Kyoko, Akiyo with Jianin and Eileen) or to help with specific event tasks!
During this monthly Week of MA , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
During this monthly Week of MA , there will be no regularly scheduled classes, practices, or meetings, however there may be special sessions or events happening.
Current and prospective* GLTC members are invited to attend “Taiko Centering” monthly membership meetings hosted (online and recorded) by GLTC co-directors Eileen S. Ho & Larry An to connect in our community circles:
Hear updates and give feedback about Taiko Center operations and programs.
Learn about a variety of Taiko Arts resources, partnerships, and opportunities in our communities.
Share stories about our experiences as Taiko enthusiasts, students, teachers, artists, performers, and supporters.
*Thinking about joining GLTC? Contact us if you’re interested in attending a membership meeting to learn more about our Taiko Center community!
