Contact and FAQ

FAQ's

General

Q. What is LATI DONference?

A. LATI DONference is a taiko event that Asano Taiko U.S. & LATI started hosting in December of 2021 with the concept of gathering taiko players not just from LATI but from all over the world through joint workshops, rehearsals, a Recital, Concert, and parties!

Q. I live in LA but not a student of LATI, can I still join in?

A. Of course!  Unfortunately, our newest set of classes started in September and enrollment is now closed, but you're welcome to take a Workshop in December and perform the piece you learned at our year-end Recital.

Q. I'm already set on coming! How do I register?

A. Registration is closed as of 11/5/23, but there are still workshop spots open for both Modori & Summer Reprise. If you're interested in taking a workshop, please contact masa@taiko.la to reserve a spot!

Events

Q. How do I purchase performance tickets?

A1. Recital Tickets: https://torrancearts.org/show/art-study-of-taiko-recital/

A2. Concert Tickets: https://torrancearts.org/show/art-study-of-taiko-concert/

Q. What is the difference between the Recital and the Concert?

A. The Recital is for students performing what they learned throughout our Sep-Nov classes.  The Concert is for taiko groups that exist separately from these courses.

Q. Do I have to pay double the participation fee if I'm performing in both, Recital and Concert?

A. No, regardless of whether you are in one or both performances, the participation fee is $10 altogether.

Q. Will the studio be open for personal practice during the Events?

A. YES! Contact us at taiko@asano.us / 424-558-3118 if you would like to book a room!

Online Courses

Q. Are there online 12-week courses offered this year?

A. We're very sorry, but there are no online courses offered this year. The only method to participate/perform at our Recital on 12/9 (Sat) is to learn a piece at our Workshops. 

Workshops

Q. Can I just come and take the Workshops in December?

A. Registration is closed as of 11/5/23, but there are still workshop spots open for both Modori & Summer Reprise. If you're interested in taking a workshop, please contact masa@taiko.la to reserve a spot! Performing at our Recital on 12/9 (Sat) is an option (if so, please note there is a $10 Recital participation fee), but is not a requirement :)

Q. What if I can partially attend a workshop (i.e. one of the two days)?

A. There are two workshop options: 12/4 (Mon) AND 12/5 (Tue) Modori WS and 12/6 (Wed) AND 12/7 (Thu) Summer Reprise WS. You may take one or both workshops, but unfortunately we will not be offering a single-day registration option.

Q. Are there any reference material available for those who would like a head start with the song learning?

A. For both Modori and Summer Reprise, we have reference videos that we could provide to you prior to your WS participation!