Mark H Rooney: Taiko, the Art of Japanese Drumming
This was the best music assembly we’ve ever had! Mark was educational, engaging, and highly entertaining!!
– Cultural Arts, The Odyssey School
Mark H. Rooney was amazing. He intrigued all of our students and enlightened the audience with history and instrumental knowledge.
– Assistant Head of Lower School and Counselor, Sandy Spring Friends School
Mark H. Rooney was wonderful. Our students were fully engaged and enjoyed the program very much. We received a lot of positive feedback about this cultural arts assembly. Thanks Mark and thank you Artivate!
– PTSA President, Southwest Academy Magnet School for Science and Engineering (BCPS)
Mark did a wonderful job engaging the audience. He has fascinating skills and artistry.
– Branch Manager, Calvert Library
From start to finish, Mark captivates his audience. He is not only highly-energetic and engaging, but super knowledgeable in his craft. Mark makes you want to become a master at taiko and has everyone loving it just the same.
– Tara Villanueva, Carlos Rosario School Arts Programs Coordinator
Mark H Rooney has been a taiko student, teacher, performer and collaborator for the past 18 years all around the U.S., Japan, and Europe. Mark’s particular emphasis on “connection” and high-energy teaching style appeals to audiences of all ages.
Artist’s website: Mark H Rooney: Taiko Instructor & Performer
Virtual program options may be available – contact us for more information.
Performance:
An Introduction to Taiko, the Art of Japanese Drumming
This interactive program features the performance of both traditional and contemporary songs and rhythms and explores the instruments, the use of one’s voice in taiko, and a bit of history and Japanese vocabulary, as well. Performances include the chance for volunteers to get up and try their hand at playing these BIG drums! (Grades 3-12, Adults)
Single $575/Back-to-Back $725
Fees are for daytime school programs in Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia only.
Evening, weekend, and non-school fees differ – please contact us.
Additional travel fees apply.
Workshop:
Introductory Taiko Workshop
With an emphasis on listening skills and a focus on fundamentals, this workshop introduces the basic techniques for getting a large sound with efficient movement, the practice of drumming as a community and the traditional way to learn taiko music – all centered around the key principals of respect and connection. (Grades 3-12, Adults)
Single Workshop $300/Two Workshops $450/Three Workshops $550
Add a Workshop to a Performance for $150
Fees are for daytime school programs in Maryland, Washington, DC and Northern Virginia only.
Evening, weekend, and non-school fees differ – please contact us.
Additional travel fees apply.
Art Forms, Music
Program Type, Performance, Workshop, Residency
Curriculum/Theme, Language Arts, Social Studies, STEM, World Languages, Character/SEL
