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Taiko Drumming Master Class

** Online sales are closed, we may have a few spots open for walk-ups. We try hard to get everyone in! **

** 10/14 UPDATE: The adult class proved more popular than we anticipated, so we've decided to open up the 10:00 AM session to all ages! All previous registrations will be honored. If you are a current ticketholder and would like to switch your time, please let us know ASAP at info@ccmusicfest.com. LIMITED 10AM SPOTS ARE AVAILABLE! **

** 10/3 UPDATE: OUR TEEN/ADULT CLASS IS NOW FULL. If you would like to be placed on a cancellation/waitlist, please send an email with your name and phone number to info@ccmusicfest.com. If additional sessions become available, we will contact you. **

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Students of all ages can learn the Japanese art of Taiko drumming in this master class. There will be two sessions: a youth class for ages 7-12 from 10:00-11:15 AM, and a teen/adult class from 11:30 AM-1:00 PM.

No experience with drumming required if you've ever wanted to try Taiko drumming, now's your chance!

** Class size is limited, pre-registration is required. **

Born in Nagoya, Japan, Ken Koshio is a Phoenix-based drummer, singer and songwriter. Koshio has performed all over the world, and he was the first person outside of Japan to receive a certified teaching license of Hiroshima Jidaiko (indigenous Taiko drum) from the Hiroshima Preservation Society.

Carolyn Koebel has been exploring rhythm and vibration for the past thirty years. She holds degrees of distinction in music therapy and percussion studies from Western Michigan University and Michigan State University. Much of her work focuses on rhythm-based music therapy and music for personal transformation and Spiritual connection.

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Running October 18 - December 1, 2019, the Connecting Chords Music Festival events center around the common convictions and threads that draw our community together - the importance of cultural traditions, human dignity, and the increased understanding of various faith traditions.

Learn more about the Michigan Festival of Sacred Music at www.mfsm.us.