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Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC) 五大湖太鼓センター celebrates the empowering art of Japanese Taiko Drumming. Taiko is rooted in Japanese music traditions and continues to grow today as a global cultural arts movement that amplifies imagination, uplifts spirits, and builds community. We invite you to share in the joy of experiencing Taiko together and to explore the World of Taiko with us!
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Join as a GLTC Member to support our programs sharing the joy of Taiko arts in and from Southeast Michigan. GLTC Members also enjoy access to our program of online & in-person classes, community events, and Taiko arts resources, with a pay-as-you-can monthly membership fee. Learn more about our membership and classes...
Experience the artistry and spirit of Japanese Taiko drumming in the USA Midwest today as exemplified by our Performance Collective of GLTC members representing performing groups, including the Raion Taiko ensemble, Godaiko Drummers, and Tanoshii Taiko Tai (T3), as well as our A2 Taiko and BBK learning communities. These Taiko artists and students perform year-round in concerts, workshops, festivals and celebrations in our local communities and beyond, bringing a powerful and joyous energy to every audience. Meet our current Taiko performers...
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News from Great Lakes Taiko Center (GLTC)
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The Gift of Taiko: Drumming in December 2022
From the GLTC Blog:We appreciate Taiko as a precious ...
Published on December 3, 2022 by Eileen S. Ho
Sharing in the Joy of #MIBON2022
What a joyful event we had at our MI Bon Summer Festival 2022 — thank you to all who supported us in preparation, promotion...
Published on September 26, 2022 by Eileen S. Ho

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A Michigan celebration of the Japanese Bon Festival with Taiko drumming and community connection ...
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Today’s balance$506.28 USD
Total income
$1,132.28 USD
Total disbursed
$626.00 USD
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