I’ve been performing and teaching taiko for nearly 25 years. I perform with Mukaro Taiko, Taiko SOBA, Jun Daiko, and Queer Taiko, and worked as General Manager for San Jose Taiko from 2017-2023. I also served on the Board of Directors for the Taiko Community Alliance, from 2015-2021.
Performance highlights include drumming while suspended 200 ft. above an audience of 20,000, performing at international taiko festivals, televised performances, and combining circus/fire arts with taiko. In addition to extensive composing and performing, I teach taiko in schools and community settings through Young Audiences of Northern California and South Bay Beat Institute. I currently offer in-person and online residency programs!
I was a selected artist for PASIC 2019 (Percussive Arts Society International Convention) and presented at the CA State Music Educators Conference in 2020, Beyond the Drum in 2021, and at various other conferences. I’m currently offering classes (with Kristin) over Zoom through our South Bay Beat Institute. You can also catch me (masked!) at classes, workshops, and performances around the Bay Area.