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talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone episode 70- Derek Oye TCA Wrap upIn this episode we're recapping "The Chairman of the Board" Derek Oye's time as the Chairman of the TCA. What did he feel was his biggest accomplishments? What was something he would liked to have done differently? We also talk about the new TCA Leadership Program. This was supposed to air before the deadline but due to technical difficulties we missed it. Sorry!2022-03-061h 57
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTTwT Presents- Taiko Round Table Episode 4 feat Mark H, Yurika, Lucy and Yuta BONUSRemember episode 3 of our roundtable discussion with Mark H Rooney, Yurika Chiba, Lucy Thomas and Yuta Kato? Well the conversation continues as these 4 taiko teachers talk about teaching Taiko.2021-11-3037 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone episode 69- Grady MayoTyrone is back and he's interviewing Taiko Recording Artist and member of Korabo Taiko Grady Mayo! Hear the story from one of the founders of the collegiate group Rebel Taiko Experiment as he talks about his journey starting his taiko career learning Omiyage all the way to recording his song taiko song "Low" (now steaming everywhere!). Fun Fact.... what do Grady Mayo and Paris Hilton have in common? I guess you'll have to listen to the show and figure it out.2021-11-052h 18
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTTwT Presents- Taiko Round Table Episode 3 feat Mark H, Yurika, Lucy and YutaIn this edition of Taiko Roundtable the panel hosted by Mark H Rooney consist of Yurika Chliba, Lucy Thomas and Yuta Kato. The topic: Taiko Teaching. Don't miss out on this rare opportunity to hear from these teachers!2021-09-061h 13
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTTwT Presents- Taiko Round Table Episode 2 feat Mark H Rooney and Karen FalkenstromWe're back with Episode 2 of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone presents: Taiko Roundtable. Episode 2's participants include Tyrone Nakawatase, Mark H Rooney and Karen Falkenstrom. Topics: Feedback in Taiko2021-08-2259 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 68- Terry Nguyen feat Guest Host Mark H RooneyGuest host Mark H Rooney interviews another Guest Tyrone has wanted to interview for a long time! She's a staple in the taiko community, she's Terry Nguyen!! Hear Terry share her experience in collegiate taiko, continuing playing taiko after college and being a coordinator for the NATC. We also get to hear about her group the Wagaku Collective featuring different Japanese instruments. Hello Yellow Shirt Person... Let's get this taken care of!2021-08-221h 31
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 67- Toni Yagami feat Guest Host Mark H Rooney Part 2Welcome to part 2 of our guest host Mark H Rooney's conversation with our friend, Taiko with Toni's own... Toni Yagami! In part 2 we get to learn more about what it's really like to be behind the scenes on planning and organizing an NATC. Toni and Mark also talk about how the taiko community has changed over the last couple of decades. Don't miss this conversation with Toni and Mark!2021-08-071h 13
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 66- Toni Yagami feat Guest Host Mark H Rooney Part 1Our friend and Guest Host Mark H Rooney interviews our show's very first sponsor, the self proclaimed Taiko "Bag Lady".... Taiko with Toni's own Toni Yagami! Listen in as Toni chronicles her start in Denver as a member of Denver Taiko. We also get to hear stories of being an early staff member of San Jose Taiko. Toni and Mark also talk about what's it's like being a touring taiko artist so be sure to check out Part 1 of our conversation with Toni Yagami.2021-07-231h 21
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTTwT Presents- Taiko Round Table Episode 1 feat Mark H Rooney and Karen FalkenstromWelcome to our brand new show, Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone Presents- Taiko Round Table. Today's guests on the round table include Tyrone Nakawatase, Mark H Rooney and Karen Falkenstrom. Today's topic: Taiko Generations.2021-06-1951 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 65 - Beyond The Drum PreviewToday we're going to speak with TCA's Kristina McGaha and Stuart Paton to learn more about TCA's first virtual conference Beyond the Drum taking place on July 30th to Aug 1st 2021. For registration info and the most up to date breaking developments around the conference check out their website at: taikocommunityalliance.org/beyond-the-drum/2021-06-1953 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Ep 64- Bonnie SoonWe venture back up to Canada to interview our next guest, professional taiko player Bonnie Soon from Uzume Taiko. Listen to Bonnie's story starting in the world of professional dance to transitioning over to a touring taiko player. We also get to hear about an exciting series of concerts collaborating with other local Vancouver artists! Tickets are available at www.uzume.com2021-05-282h 33
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 63- Ben PachterIn this episode we get to interview someone who's always behind the camera or the one asking the questions, it's Taiko Historian, TCA Board Member and The person who makes it possible for everyone to listen to the podcast.... Ben Pachter! Ben's taiko history is like unlike anyone we 've interviewed on the show as he came from a combination of western music and an educational background. We also talk about Ben's views on how important it is to be taiko historians and how everyone can do that in their own way. As 2 of the...2021-05-072h 33
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 62- Ai "Aichan" Matsuda Part 2Our conversation with Ai "Aichan" Matsuda continues! In this episode we get to talk about a couple of items Tyrone is going to try to will into existence.... #1 is a new taiko group and #2 is a tour... you'll have to listen to the episode to learn more! Aichan also describes her taiko dream team and wow...it sounds like a team I want to see play! Bonus: Listen as Tyrone and Ai laugh about a contradictory answer... we laughed.....2021-04-172h 09
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 61- Ai "Aichan" Matsuda Part 1Another episode that took me so long to get to her, she thought I forgot her...but how can I forget my Taiko Hero growing up... Ai "Aichan" Matsuda???!!! Listen to Tyrone and Aichan talk about her taiko history playing with Hawaii Matsuri Taiko, Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble and studying with Taiko Masters in Tokyo. Enjoy while the two reminisce about some of the fun times that they have had over the years. We also get to hear some of Aichan's philosophy about what she did, even as an experienced player, when she joined a...2021-04-032h 23
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 60- Linda Uyehara Hoffman Part 2We're so glad Linda has helped kick off our 4th year of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone! In part 2 we continue our conversation with Taiko Pioneer Linda Uyehara Hoffman and talk about her involved with the Women and Taiko activities. We also get to hear about Linda's non intimidating Taiko dream team. Of course the biggest takeaway is getting to enjoy Linda's personal philosophy of living in the moment and then cool things that can happen when you do.2021-03-191h 59
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 59- Linda Uyehara Hoffman Part 1The interview you have been waiting since Friday to hear... it's part 1 of our 2 part series with Vancouver Taiko Pioneer Linda Uehara Hoffman! Check out Linda's story about her pre-taiko days singing in Europe, starting the Powell Street Festival and eventually Katari Taiko and the birth of Taiko in Vancouver BC Canada! Fun facts for travelers to the Vancouver area in the summer, Tyrone and Linda talk about the best Night Market strategies for one of the top Night Markets in North America!2021-03-091h 51
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 58- Kraig Kenta Saito feat Mark H RooneyHappy Birthday Kraig! For your present you get to be on Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone! TCA Lifetime member Kraig Kenta Saiko joins us to talk about his taiko journey which starts in college and then branches out to all different types of opportunities unique to LA taiko players. We also get to hear the trial and errors and success of Kraig learning to play taiko despite a condition where one of his hands are not fully formed. This episode also features guest cohost Mark H Rooney.2021-02-191h 59
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 57- Roy Hirabayashi Part 3We made it! The final part of our epic 3 part interview with taiko pioneer Roy Hirabayashi. In this final episode get to hear about Roy's version of one of the most memorable moments in NATC history, his take on how your role and image changes over time and finally some thoughts on the present and future state of taiko. Finally and maybe most importantly we hear about the lost items... never to be found again after Roy and PJ's move to their new house. Tyrone and Garrett helped during that move, see the thumbnail for...2021-02-051h 13
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 56- Roy Hirabayashi Part 2Here we go, part 2 of our 3 part series with taiko Pioneer Roy Hirabayashi. In part 2 we're going to cover Roy's take on his version of Taiko dream team. We're also talkin' all things NATC and Roy introduces his new TCA Leadership program. You can apply at: https://taikocommunityalliance.org/leadership-apply Application deadline is January 30th, 2021.2021-01-151h 48
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 55- Roy Hirabayashi Part 1Happy New Years everyone and Happy Birthday to our guest! We're kicking the new year off right with Part 1 of our interview series with taiko pioneer Roy Hirabayashi! Check out Roy's story about the early beginnings of San Jose taiko, their relationship with Kinnara and the $50 drums...... This is the start of a great conversation about the early days of taiko in the US so don't miss it! 2021-01-011h 53
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 54- Lucy ThomasWhat an episode we have to close out the year! As Lucy said herself about the release of her episode so close to Xmas "A festive treat for all!" Listen to Lucy tell the story of her hearing taiko by chance when with a friend and not realizing that it would end up being her day job! We also talk about all of the different taiko conferences in the US and Europe and finally I ask questions about the taiko scene in the UK and Europe. Enjoy a fun time with one of the most...2020-12-182h 08
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 53- Narciso "Ceaso" OyamotI was glad to have some time to catch up with my old friend Narciso "Ceaso" Oyamot from Las Vegas Kaminari Taiko. Hear Ceaso's journey about starting taiko in Las Vegas, then playing with Kenny Endo in Hawaii, joining Ryugen Taiko and then returning back to Las Vegas all while being in a wheel chair. Hear Ceaso tell the story of fulfilling a life long dream of being featured on the TV show Hawaii Stars Concert of Extraordinary Abilities and his desire to start a taiko group for those who are in wheel chairs.2020-11-201h 12
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 52- Paul Sakamoto feat Kristina McGaha and Tamiko OokaTCA Board member Paul Sakamoto of Puna Taiko wanted lots of talking in his episode so he invited Kristina McGaha and Tamiko Ooka to join in on the fun! Listen to Paul's story about first hearing taiko at a music festival and wishing he could play to going on to teach and lead groups across the big island of Hawaii. We also get to play a new Game: Taiko Fantasy Performance Draft which was a ton of fun. Finally we get to hear about all of the cool things TCA is up to...2020-10-161h 53
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 51- Carley OkamuraWelcome to October! We're starting off the Fall season with TCA Board Member and Kita no Taiko member from Edmonton Alberta Canada- Carley Okamura! In this episode we get to hear about starting taiko as the only youth in the group, cross cultural collaborations, an interesting fact about the Jack Rabbit song and the start of what will become the Canadian Taiko Conference! Take a listen to Carley's desire to make more connections between taiko groups in Canada and making letting Tyrone being an honorary Canadian! Bonus- Carley makes an announcement at the...2020-10-022h 02
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 35- Johnny Mori Part 2 feat Derek OyeWelcome to Part 2 of our special interview with Taiko Pioneer Johnny Mori. In this half of the show, we're going to talk about Johnnys thoughts about the first NATC and some of the differences we see today. It was a pleasure and a lot of fun to sit down with Johnny for this interview. We're all so lucky that he was able to share his stories with us. Also special thanks to Derek for hanging out with us for the interview! It's always great to have the Chairman of the Board in the house! Special...2020-09-2958 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 34- Johnny Mori part 1 (feat Derek Oye)It's finally here! Our interview with one of the pioneers of Taiko in North America, the one and only Johnny Mori. In part 1 of our 2 part series, we learn about the beginnings of Kinnara and what it was like not only playing taiko, but really what it was like to be Japanese American in the 1970s. We also learn about the Jazz group Hiroshima that Johnny was a part of and how their story is also woven into a larger historical snapshot of the Asian American movement. This episode also features "The Chairman...2020-09-291h 38
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 33- David WellsOn my recent trip to LA I was fortunate enough to be able to meet up with a talented taiko artist and teacher- David Wells! Hear about David's taiko foundation starting at Stanford Taiko and how early on his thoughts about "going pro". We then get to hear all of the groups and places David has performed with which eventually lead him to being one of the Coaches at LA Taiko Institute. Special thanks to Asano Taiko US for letting us use their facility to record this podcast. Original air date: Winter 20192020-09-292h 04
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 50- Yui KamiyaFor our 50th Episode we have a special guest, Kodo staff member and World Taiko Conference Coordinator Yui Kamiya! Listen to Yui's taiko beginnings which include playing for 2 collegiate groups, being a member of Prota and being the first student at LATI. Yui then gives us never before released information about the World Taiko Conference and fills us in what to expect in November. Finally we talk about her experience as the MC during Earth Celebration and Kodo's production, "Nova" which has been unfortunately shelved due to Covid19. Bonus- What do...2020-09-182h 07
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 49- Lamond Le and Maggie Thorpe part 2Welcome to part 2 of our episode with Lamond and Maggie of Dekoboko Taiko. In this episode we finally get to hear about the formation of Dekoboko Taiko, Japanese Collaborations, Japanese festivals, the best taiko wedding ever and a new entry into our non existent Theme song contest! Check out more fun with Tyrone Lamond and Maggie!2020-09-041h 41
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 32- Manman MuiDid you learn about our guest Manman Mui through social media like we did? Well now through our social media you can learn even more! Listen to Manman's journey and struggles as she battles through other people's opinions before she finds her own truth about becoming a musician. Learn about her how her taiko history has been fueled by collaborations and all of the unique experiences that these have provided. We're all so lucky that she chose the path of taiko that has brought her to teach classes at Asano Taiko US. Who is a...2020-08-232h 06
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 30- Tamiko OokaTo kick off October (2019) we're interviewing a good friend I met in 1997 at the first NATC, The Chairperson of Soh Daiko and the Vice Chair of the TCA- Tamiko Ooka! Hear about Tamiko's travels for hours back and forth to practices, her time in Japan and the thing she shares in common with Toru Watanabe. Bonus.... Oh My Gawd……. you have to listen to this episode!2020-08-232h 17
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 48- Lamond Le And Maggie Thorpe Part 1This week we're featuring our conversation with fans of the show Lamond Le and Maggie Thorpe of Dekoboko Taiko in Seattle. Listen as Maggie, Lamond and Tyrone chat about the history of Taiko Kai at the University of Washington and Maggie's adventures with Black Mold in Japan. We were having such a good time chatting away that we weren't paying attention to the time so.... look for part 2 in a couple of weeks!2020-08-211h 47
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 47- Chizuko Endo part 2We're back with Part 2 of our interview series with taiko Pioneer Chizuko Endo. In this episode Chizuko discusses her involvement and thoughts on the Women and Taiko STI at the 2017 NATC and also let's us in on some of the behind the scenes stories from the HerBeat residency, concert and after parties. We're so lucky to be able to have Chizuko share her thoughts and stories with us!2020-08-071h 55
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 31- Margaret McKentyThis week we're proud to present Hinode Taiko and TCA Board Member, Margaret McKenty! Relive "This moment in NATC History" when we discuss the #Gumbytaiko move, Tyrone plays Canadian Taiko trivia and a good time is had by all.2020-07-171h 57talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 29- Diana Wu Returns!Diana Wu returns to the podcast to catch us up to date on what she's been doing since the last podcast. Listen to her journey to Japan for Roots of Kodo, starting at KaDon and the NEW 5 quick hitting questions for returning guests. This episode also makes Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone the place with THE most interviews in English about taiko on the internet! Thanks everyone for your support!!!2020-07-171h 59
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 46- Chizuko Endo part 1Today's episode features someone who I consider up until recently one of the biggest Unsung Heros in the taiko community! It's none other than Chizuko Endo of Taiko Center of the Pacific and the Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble. In part 1, we get to hear about Chizuko's first exposure to taiko in the mid 70s through Kinnara Taiko and then becoming a member of San Francisco Taiko Dojo. In the 1980s Chizuko lived in Japan and we find out that it Taiko was not the art form that drew her to Japan but something else.... listen...2020-07-171h 58
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 45- Adam Toda Part 2We continue with the 2nd part with Adam Toda of Nihon Taiko Dojo. In this episode Adam breaks down his thoughts on the differences between taiko in Japan vs Taiko in the US. We also get some sage advice on Studying taiko in Japan, advice for the post collegiate player and advice for those finishing up high school and deciding if you should continue to play taiko. Finally he gives his final advice in regards to "going pro". This episode is a MUST LISTEN TO if you ever wanted some advice on the topics above.2020-07-032h 04
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 25- Isaku KageyamaRecording from the Asano Taiko US Podcast Studio #2 we had a great conversation with Isaku Kageyama. Listen to Isaku's story of starting his taiko Journey in Japan and his 6am practices in the park, Odaiko competition wins, breaking barriers with Ishizuka Yuu and finally settling down in LA where we can all reap the benefits of his teachings! Special Thanks to Asano Taiko US for letting us record this episode at their facility.2020-07-021h 42
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 44- Adam Toda Part 1After agreeing to do the episode over a year ago we finally got our schedules to line up to bring this episode to the masses! Our guest Adam Toda, currently playing in Japan with Nihon Taiko Dojo but he is no stranger to North American Taiko since he is an alumni of San Fernando Mugen Taiko, Stanford Taiko and the Kenny Endo Taiko Ensemble. In part 1 we discuss Adam's taiko journey which started at a very young age. We listen to his transition from a youth player to playing in a collegiate group and then taking the...2020-06-192h 27
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 24- Kris BergstromI've finally released it! The long awaited Kris Bergstrom Episode! Listen to Kris tell his taiko story starting at Stanford University and currently residing at Asano Taiko US... plus everything in between! Kris also tells us his version of the origins of On Ensemble and his unique take on Costuming... definitely a discussion you don't want to miss!2020-06-052h 07
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 43 - Josh YoonIn this episode we have a conversation with Josh Yoon, formerly of Stanford Taiko and now someone deeply involved with TCA. Hear about Josh's start in collegiate taiko and how that fueled his passion to dig deeper onto researching and sharing information about the collegiate taiko scene. Josh also talks about his work on putting together the algorithm that helps conferences like the NATC assign workshops to participants. Finally Josh promotes his upcoming event with the TCA: Congrad "chu" lations to celebrate Graduating Seniors during the Covid-19 pandemic.2020-06-052h 16
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 23- Yurika ChibaThis week's guest is not only known for her taiko playing but also for her other artistic endeavor, Yurika Chiba of San Jose Taiko and Taiko Cat! Listen in while Yurika tells her story about playing taiko in a social group in Japan, how she started with San Jose and the Origins of Taiko cat! We also get to hear a little about the taiko scene in Europe and classes she teaches for people with Parkinson's disease or Down Syndrome. You can check out Yurika's product line at: www.taikocat.com2020-06-042h 03
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 22- Tomomi HongoThis week's episode is our first 2nd generation taiko player guest, and we're talking real 2nd gen since her Mom and Dad both played taiko! It's none other than Los Angeles CA own, Nakama Daiko's leader Tomomi Hongo. Learn about Tomomi's rich history of training with many different taiko teachers and how she's been able to develop her own style of teaching as she passes on Taiko to youth of all ages from pre-pre school to high school aged youth. Tomomi also gives interesting insite into many other topics like being a 2nd Generation player...2020-05-151h 48
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 42- Taiko Community Alliance New Staff MembersTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone is proud to partner with the Taiko Community Alliance for this episode to introduce the new TCA Staff members, Kristina McGaha (Program Manager), Sarah Gilbert (Operations Manager) and Courtney Ozaki (Business Manager). We got a chance to interview each one of these new staff members for a quick introduction, a brief taiko history and what their job entails at the TCA. Please visit The Taiko Community Alliance at: taikocommunityalliance.org/ for more info!2020-05-151h 08
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 28- Shoji Kameda part 3We made it! The final part of our Shoji Kameda Trilogy. We get to hear Shoji play Taiko dream team...which ended up turning into Taiko Dream Team for each era. We then get to learn more about the start of KaDon and his theory on bachi selection techniques. We finally close out the show with Shoji talking about whats coming up next for KaDon! Special thanks to the TCA and Mark H Rooney for sponsoring parts of this episode.2020-05-021h 38
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 27- Shoji Kameda part 2We continue on with the personal history of Shoji Kameda covering the later years in Taiko Project, On Ensemble and the Jazz group Hiroshima. Hear Shoji recount these times including the "legend of Omiyage", things we should and shouldn't keep going forward and old school "Ka" sounds. Please enjoy the middle part of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone's Shoji Kameda Trilogy!2020-05-021h 49
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 26- Shoji Kameda Part 1We start epic 3 part adventure with our conversation with Shoji Kameda today! Listen to Shoji talk about his growing up playing in Mt. Shasta, his time with Stanford Taiko, moving to Hawaii to learn from Kenny and Chizuko Endo and we start to talk about the origins of On Ensemble. Tyrone and Shoji's taiko journeys happened around the same time and at times intersected so there is a lot of time to reminisce about what taiko was like during the 80s-90s though the eyes of young adults.... Even though most of it was Shoji...2020-05-021h 46
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 41- Mike "Mikey G" GonhataWe're so lucky to get Manoa Taiko's Mike "Mikey G" Gonhata as this week's guest for the podcast! Listen to Mikey's story about starting taiko at an early age and traveling to Japan specifically to study taiko with Tosha Sensei. We also had an interesting conversation about Yodan Uchi since Mikey is an authorized Yodan instructor!2020-04-172h 08
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 40- Stuart PatonThis week on Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone we have Stuart Paton, the founder/leader of Burlington Taiko in Vermont. In this episode we get to hear about Stuart's early taiko training and his first impression of his teacher Grandmaster Seiichi Tanaka. Stuart also mentions his interaction with a now famous "Mayor" from Vermont! Stuart is also an avid taiko maker and so he shares some of the innovations he's created when making taiko. To cap things off Start also talks about his experience with starting to use Zoom for virtual practices as we continue to "...2020-04-032h 14
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 21- Karen "Karizona" FalkenstromThis week's episode renamed, Nerdin out with Karen and Tyrone features my special guest from Odaiko Sonora in Tucson Arizona, Karen "Karizona" Falkenstrom. Hear the origin story of Karen's introduction to taiko, the beginnings of Odaiko Sonora and her memories of her first teacher Stanley Morgan. We then go down the rabbit hole and discuss the life cycles of groups, natc and the taiko community as a whole... past-present-future! We touch on how taiko groups are like a love relationship with Joy, Love, breakups...wow that got deep! I hope you enjoy my...2020-04-012h 05
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 20- Stan ShikumaThis week's guest is not only an important person in the Seattle Taiko community but has played a large leadership roll for many years on a national level. This person is Stan Shikuma of Seattle Kokon Taiko and the instructor of Kaze Daiko. Hear Stan's thoughts on where taiko started out in Seattle in the early 1980s, some NATC and TCA history, the formation of the Regional Taiko Gathering and RTG- Seattle and how some of these events helped him to decide to teach taiko. Original Air Date: March 2019 2020-04-012h 01
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 39- Jason MatsumotoThis week our guest is another long time player in the taiko community who started playing at a young age. It's Jason Matsumoto from Ho Etsu Taiko in Chicago IL and kaDon! Learn about Jason's taiko journey starting in Chicago, continuing on to Seattle (including playing with Tyrone!) and then coming back to Chicago and also getting involved with kaDon. At the end he also tells a success story about how Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone helped a friend of the show land a gig.2020-03-202h 18
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 38- Lisa and Greg NakamuraThis week's episode we're staying on the East Coast and visiting with Nen Daiko's Lisa and Greg Nakamura based out of Fairfax Virginia. Although you may not have heard of them, Lisa and Greg have been a part of the community for many years, Lisa actually started playing before I did! It was great to hear the history of one of the East Coast's prominent groups. This is a great introduction to Lisa and Greg as they're booth Taiko Talkers and I'm sure you're going to hear from them again in the future! ...2020-03-201h 59
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 19- Hidaka Taiko at Seattle University's founding membersFor this episode of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone we're featuring 11 of the founding members of Hidaka Taiko at Seattle University. Recorded a couple of days off of their 2nd annual show case, listen to the stories of what it was like to start a collegiate taiko group from the ground up, what these members learned through this process and what they are going to take away with them as they start to graduate. From working with these students since the inception of the group I'm so excited and proud to be a part of their...2020-03-022h 04
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 17- 1 Year anniversary Special Feat. Airi Takashima Part 2Enjoy part 2 of our 1 year anniversary special where Airi Takashima from UnitOne and I continue to review and listen to our favorite parts of the past year's episodes of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone. Original Air date: March 20192020-03-021h 24
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 16- 1 Year anniversary Special Feat. Airi Takashima Part 1Happy One Year Anniversary to Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone!!! We made it! This episode is Part 1 of our "Best of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone" featuring our Special Guest Co-Host Airi Takashima from UnitOne. We start off talking about Airi's taiko background and then go right into reviewing some of our favorite moments from each episode from over the past year. So enjoy the highlights from the last year plus new analysis from Tyrone and Airi! Original air date: March 20192020-03-021h 40
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 18- Michelle Fujii and Karen YoungWe've got an extra episode this month! In this Bonus edition of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone, I speak with former guests of the show Michelle Fujii and Karen Young about the program they started with Sarah Ayako (another past guest) and Linda Uyehara Hoffman called: Women and Taiko's Step Up/Step Out program and the 7 Month Companion Fellowship Program for Women. Listen to Mich and Karen give the history and details of what the two programs entail. Registration is open now for this awesome opportunity (as of 3-17-19). Go to: www.womenandtaiko.org/ to...2020-02-2145 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 37- Mark H Rooney and Kristen KoyamaWe return to the East Coast to visit with "Friend's of he show" Mark H Rooney and Kristen Koyama. In this episode we get to know Kristin, the REAL source of Mark's great ideas for the taiko community and her taiko history. We also get to learn about Connect 2020 Mark's taiko gathering happening Aug 1-2. For more info go to www.markhrooney.com/connect2020/ Bonus- Check out near the end of the episode Mark's philosophical question about a Taiko Player in the forest....2020-02-212h 07
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 15 - Tiffany Tamaribuchi Part 2The moment you all have been waiting for... part 2 of our interview with Tiffany Tamaribuchi. In this episode we continue to talk about taiko competitions, Tiffany's way to play ergonomically sound and ghosts.... Bonus- we also find out "Who that Tyrone guys is"! Original Air date: January 20192020-02-051h 35
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 14- Tiffany Tamaribuchi part 1Finally... the long awaited episode with the famous Tiffany Tamaribuchi!!! This epic episode was so big that we had to cut it into two parts. I hope you enjoy part one where we learn about Tiffany's taiko history and her dedication including her epic commute to learn taiko. She also talks about writing letters to Kodo and being in the right place at the right time. I tell you, you put a mic in front of Tiffany and you have an instant classic! Special thanks to to Asano Taiko US, taikocalendar.org and...2020-02-051h 42
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 13 - Sarah AyakoNSFW due to colorful language (even though Jordy said to tell her to keep her profanities to a minimum... HAHA!). My guest this week is one of my closest friends in taiko, someone who makes me laugh so hard every time we're together but is also a straight shooter and not afraid to tell it like it is... Sarah Ayako from Denver Colorado! Hear Sarah's adventures of how she started playing taiko but has morphed into a highly sought after professional when it comes to touring, stage management and lighting and tech for taiko (and...2020-02-031h 52
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 11- Gary Tsujimoto and Nancy Ozaki of One World TaikoI traveled recently to Denver Colorado and had the chance to interview 2 of the Pioneers of North Amercian Taiko (and also my former Teachers!) Gary Tsujimoto and Nancy Ozaki. Listen to their rich history which spans from the early years of San Jose Taiko and Denver Taiko, to playing in Japan, Europe, Epcot Center, Seattle Dubai and their 3 year tour of the US... WHEW! Fun Fact: Have you heard the song made popular by San Jose Taiko, "Gendai Ni Ikiru"? Well if you didn't know, it's written by Gary and we talk a little about it on the s...2020-02-032h 07
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko With Tyrone Episode 09- Katsuji AsanoMy guest this week is the man behind the vision of Unit One and Asano Taiko US, he is Katsuji Asano! Now you can learn Katsuji's inspiration on starting a taiko shop and school in the United States, how he feels taiko players in Japan and North America can learn from each other and if he'd rather learn to play Shime first or Odaiko! We also have a familiar voice in Episode 7 guest, Julia Asano who was nice enough to translate for us and even she is surprised by some of Katsuji's answers. Fun Fact...2020-01-171h 31
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 12- Toshi KatoI've been sitting on this recording for a while now and so I'm happy I get to finally release it! This week's guest is US based Taiko maker Toshi Kato of Kato Taiko. Hear about his early ambitions as a musician coming to the US, his commute taking Yuta and Julia to SFTD practices and finally his second career as a drum maker. Learn stories about Kato san that even Julia doesn't know about (reference episode 7). SNEAK PEAK: In this episode Kato san talks about a new innovative type of taiko he's developing. ...2020-01-1756 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 36- Jennifer WeirHappy New Year everyone! This is our very first "NEW" episode we're debuting on Spotify! We're ringing in the new year with our guest Jennifer Weir from Enso Daiko and TaikoArts Midwest. In this episode we're going to talk about Jennifer's history where she started as an actor and than transitioned into doing taiko. We also get to learn about the exciting HerBeat project that Jennifer is spearheading and also tips on producing a concert. I wish I would have talked with her before I did my concert because these tips are great!2020-01-171h 45
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 10- Derek OyeOur show is back online! We're visiting with the Taiko Community Alliance "Chairman of the Board" Derek Oye! We talked about Derek's taiko history, how he became a board member and how he became the board chair (I was shocked in his answer!!!). We also talk a lot about the Taiko Community Alliance (TCA) and the programs they support like the North American Taiko Conference (NATC). Check out: taikocommunityalliance.org/ for more info and to become a member of the Taiko Community Alliance! This episode was sponsored in part by taikocalender.org which is...2020-01-111h 50
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 08- Garrett NakawataseFor episode 8 we're going to go back in time to December of 2017 when I first recorded the Pilot Episode of Talkin' Taiko with Tyrone. Who else could I use to experiment on with this new venture other than my brother Garrett Nakawatase of Inochi Taiko. Enjoy listening to Garrett talk about starting taiko at the ripe old age of 6 years old, his experience playing with One World Taiko and his goals on the formation of Inochi Taiko. Fun facts- hear about how Garrett wants to do all of the things that I don't want to...2020-01-021h 08
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 07- Julia AsanoI recently traveled down to LA and was fortunate enough to conduct an interview with the one and only Julia Asano. Hear Julia talk about the famous Mitsubishi commercial, winning during a Taiko "Group" competition and a SHOCKING revelation about how she feels while performing! You have to listen to the episode to hear the story! Fun snippets: Apparently Julia can learn instruments in a couple of days, and her reaction of facts about her father she did not know.... Special thanks to Asano Taiko US for letting us record this in their...2020-01-021h 28
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 06-Yuta KatoI am excited to release my interview with the World Famous Yuta Kato! For someone who doesn't consider himself a Taiko Talker, we sure got through a lot of material! Learn the story of Yuta's humble beginnings, how he almost QUIT playing and his journey to becoming the Principle of the LA Taiko Institute. Don't forget about all the fun facts you'll learn about this episode about baking... dancing.... and X Japan. This episode is one you definitely do not want to miss! Original Air date: 4-20-182019-12-221h 45
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 05- Michelle Fujii And Toru WatanabeWhile recording episode 5, I almost fell out of my chair laughing by the end of the show, Michelle looked like she had tears in her eyes and Toru was cracking up too. Listen to the fun time I had with Michelle Fujii and Toru Watanabe as they welcomed me into their home to share with all of us their personal journeys which ultimately let to the formation of Portland Oregon's own: Unit Souzou\.! Bonus Feature: We also get a special tip from Toru on how to improve your singing! Trust me... you don't want to...2019-12-221h 36
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 00- Introduction by Tyrone NakawataseTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone's host Tyrone Nakawatase welcomes you to the podcast and shares a little bit about the show and his goals about where this show may go in the future. Original air date: January 2018. 2019-12-2205 min
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 04- Mark H RooneyI traveled to Washington DC and visited my dear friend, a TRUE Taiko Talker... Mark H Rooney. We talk about Mark's journey from Boston to Japan to Washington DC, his new taiko conference "Connect 2018" and much much more. Please enjoy my conversation with the man I like to call "Sensei, (don't call him sensei)". Original Air date 3-16-182019-12-221h 44
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 03- Karen YoungEpisode 3 features my friend Karen Young from the Genki Spark in Boston. Hear us chat about "The song she won't play at Obon", how Taiko helped her find herself and what it's like going to the European Taiko Conference. You don't want to miss it! Plus we have a special guest appearance by Genki Spark Member: Kumiko Yamamoto. Original Air date 3-2-18. 2019-12-221h 34
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 02- Jordan "Jordy" RileyOur guest on Episode 2 is none other than Vancouver BC's own Jordy Riley. Enjoy the stories he tells about playing in multiple groups, starting taiko at a young age, why his nickname is "Obachan's Choice" and Johnny Mori stories that made us laugh... A LOT! Sorry about the Audio Quality, we're working on fixing that in future episodes. Original air date: 3-16-18. 2019-12-221h 29
talkintaikowithtyrone's podcastTalkin' Taiko with Tyrone Episode 01- Diana WuEpisode 1 features the Founder and leader of Naruwan Taiko, Diana Wu, based out of San Diego, California. In this episode we talk about Diana's taiko beginnings, Kaoru's Japan, hosting NATC and a few other fun random topics. Original Air date 3-2-18.2019-12-221h 24