EDUCATIONAL TAIKO PROGRAMS

School Taiko Presentations in Toronto

Bring taiko into your school through an engaging, age-appropriate program that combines performance, rhythm, cultural learning, participation, and reflection.

Yurika Chiba offers school taiko presentations for elementary, middle, high school, and post-secondary audiences. Programs can be adapted for assemblies, classrooms, arts programming, music education, cultural learning, wellness initiatives, and special events.

Program Formats

Taiko Performance

A high-energy live taiko performance that introduces students to the sound, movement, teamwork, and presence of Japanese drumming.

Best for:

  • School assemblies
  • Cultural celebrations
  • Arts programming
  • Music education events
  • Community-building days

Demonstration Lecture

An educational presentation that combines live demonstration with discussion of taiko history, cultural context, performance practice, rhythm, movement, and creative expression.

Best for:

  • Classroom visits
  • Music classes
  • Arts and culture programming
  • Post-secondary courses
  • Teacher-led learning units

Participatory Workshop

A hands-on workshop where students explore rhythm, listening, movement, group awareness, and communication through taiko-inspired exercises.

Best for:

  • Smaller class groups
  • Music and drama programs
  • Leadership and wellness programming
  • Experiential learning days
  • Arts-focused student groups

Who this for

Educational Themes

Rhythm and musical expression

Japanese and Japanese diasporic cultural arts

Collaboration and ensemble awareness

Listening and leadership

Discipline, movement, and presence

Creativity and self-expression

Why Schools Book Yurika

Yurika brings a rare combination of artistic excellence, teaching experience, cultural knowledge, and emotional sensitivity to her programs.

She has 20 years of artistic leadership experience with San Jose Taiko, has taught taiko players of many ages and abilities, and integrates her background in psychology into a thoughtful approach to learning, expression, and group experience.

Booking & inquiry process

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Submit an Inquiry

Tell us about your school, date, audience, and goals.

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Discuss Your Needs

We recommend the best program format and answer questions.

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Comfirm & Schedule

We finalize details and bring taiko to your school!

Ready to Bring Taiko to Your School?

Yurika will work with you to create a meaningful and memorable experience for your students and school community.