Learn How to Play Shakuhachi, Japanese Traditional Bamboo Flute

From 22.06 £ /h

Shakuhachi is a traditional Japanese bamboo flute.
It is unique in historical sense, Shakuhachi was played in Edo period, not as a musical instrument but a tool for Buddhism training.
It also has very unique character as a wind instrument, and there is very satisfying pleasure to play it.

In this class, we would like to share the joy and mindfulness of Shakuhachi playing.
It is sometimes hard to make sound with Shakuhachi, but there is so much to be inspired by feeling your breath turning into the sound, by playing the instrument.

Koudou is a professional Shakuhachi player, who has finished both the Bachelor and Master course at the Tokyo University of the Arts.
Along with playing in concerts and lives, he also gives lessons daily and teach in workshops for beginners more than 50 times a year.

Extra information

Rental Shakuhachi for the lessons is available.

Location

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At student's location :

Around Tokyo, Japan

At teacher's location :

- Yanaka, Taito City, Tokyo, Japan

Online from Japan

Age

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Japanese

Skills

Sound (music)

Music theory lessons

Music teacher training

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Awards and recent works:
•Finalist in UK Songwriting Competition
•“Best New Artist in Japan” by MPCJ (Music Pen Club Japan)
•Performed at The Hong Kong International Jazz Festival 2019 as a music director/bassist for a singer/songwriter tea

Looking forward to hearing from you.
Thank you!

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ONLINE LESSONS AVAILABLE

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I am a professional pianist, who have over 20 years experience in teaching piano and music theory.

I teach all ages, beginners to professionals, have many international students, and a class for Associations Franco-Japonais (AFJ), in English, French, and Japanese.

I also prepare students for exams or competitions, such as Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM, ARSM, DipABRSM), and Advanced Placement (AP) Music Theory, etc., and most of my students have achieved with distinction.

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Hybrid lessons (combining face-to-face and online lessons) are also capable.

I would be happy to help you to achieve any music goals.
Please feel free to contact me for further informations.

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these lectures are for everyone.
We will study with books, blackboard, imaginary stories, personal pc,pictures,etc.
The lectures eill be held according the age and priority of the students.

文化・食・ファッション等日本でも常に重要なイタリア語をマンツーマンでラウラ先生が親切、丁寧にご指導いたします。音楽関連、シェフの方、留学希望の方など幅広いご要望にお応えします。1回30~45分のレッスンです。

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Eva

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Taiko Drumming is both a traditional instrument and an innovative medium for making contemporary music.
I am Eva, a professional Taiko Drummer, and I have playing the Taiko drums for 30 years.

Lessons will be taught online on weekdays and on-site in central Tokyo on weekends, in groups. Private lessons can be arranged upon request.

Here is my profile:

Born in Tokyo, Japan, Eva was raised by a family of scholars and artists with mixed German and Japanese heritage. From a young age, she learned how to play piano after her father introduced her to classical music, while she simultaneously learned Taiko after her mother introduced her to the Japanese arts. After graduating from the International School of the Sacred Heart in Tokyo, Japan, she attended Cornell University in New York, USA, where she earned a B.A. in Philosophy. While attending Cornell, she joined the Cornell University Percussion Ensemble. The following year, she co-founded the Taiko drumming student organization called Cornell Taiko (YAMATAI) and she was the lead drummer and Musical Director. After graduating from Cornell at the young age of 22, she returned to Japan and started performing professionally. She started her solo career a year later.

Eva is also trained in Japanese folk dance (with a focus on male styles) and has a passion for street dance and locking. She joined an Awa dance team affiliated with the prestigious Koenji Awa Dance Association and made her way to become one of the top female dancers in Japan.

Today, she brings Japanese taiko drumming and song to a brand new context of pop music and also performs with many distinguished artists, musicians, dancers, and Taiko drummers across multiple genres. Eva does not only perform using taiko, she also uses a number of other instruments that have a distinct flavor of the Japanese environment including Koto (Japanese Harp), Voice, and Piano. Eva also works in the field of education and teaches taiko drumming workshops to both children and adults and is also involved in humanitarian efforts such as raising awareness for the disabled.

Her music, dynamic performances, and selfless spirit continue to inspire not only her many fans but all who witness her performances all over the world.

In 2023, her original music was published by Harper Collins Publisher and she was also the cover image of their music textbook. In 2024, her original music was utilized by Cambridge International Curriculum, used in over 160 countries and 10,000 schools, which sets a global standard for education, and is recognized by universities and employers worldwide.

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🎶 What you will learn:
✔️ Fundamental techniques (posture, hand position, finger strength).
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✔️ Playing with expression and dynamics.
✔️ Classical, contemporary, or personal repertoire.
✔️ Ear training & improvisation techniques.

Lessons are available in French and English. Whether you’re a beginner or preparing for advanced exams, let’s make music together! 🎹✨