Taiko School

Experience the art of Japanese drumming!

 

 Taiko School House of Circles – More Than Drumming

The Taiko School is the premier music institute in the Netherlands dedicated entirely to the practice and transmission of the Japanese drumming art, known as Taiko. With us, you learn to play powerful rhythms on Japanese drums — from your first encounter to refining virtuosity at a professional level.

For Everyone, from Beginner to Professional
Whether you're just starting out or have been playing for years, the Taiko School offers classes and training for all levels. Our approach centers on technique, musical expression, physical strength, and mental focus. Taiko is music, sport, discipline, and joy — all in one powerful form.

Body and Rhythm as One
Playing Taiko means moving with intention. You’ll develop not only your musicality but also your coordination, endurance, and physical awareness. Rhythm becomes something you feel throughout your whole body. You learn to play from your hara — your center — and discover how music and movement become one.

Eastern Values, Western Accessibility
Our school blends deep respect for Taiko’s Japanese origins with an accessible, open learning environment. Discipline, respect, and cooperation are at the heart of our classes — always with space for individuality and personal growth.

Grow in Rhythm, Strength, and Confidence
Taiko teaches you more than just drumming. It enhances your posture, confidence, and presence — both on stage and beyond. You're invited to learn, feel, and play from within yourself, in connection with others.

 

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  • Taiko classes

    Find more information about taking lessons on our unique Japanese instruments on this page.

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  • Taiko ensembles

    Our ensembles can be booked for performances at Japanese festivals and Japan-related events.

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  • Taiko workshops

    We not only offer workshops for private festivities, but also for business workshops and training.

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Taiko trial lesson

Explain to me:

…What it’s like to play a drum with a diameter of 1.80 meters…
…What it’s like to play drums with sticks the size of a small baseball bat…
…What it’s like to feel the vibrations of our spectacular drums go through your body…

This will be impossible without following one of our lessons. Try our Taiko trial lesson for a nice reduced price!

Sunday Drumday

Would you like to play our Japanese Taikos every now and then, when it suits you? THEN THE SUNDAY DRUMDAY IS FOR YOU! And for your friends and family of course, they just come along 🙂

The Taiko

For centuries, the Japanese drum, the taiko, has been an indispensable instrument in the Japanese life and culture. Traditional percussion has enjoyed great popularity again in Japan for decades, where groups such as Kodo, and earlier Ondekoza, are now rampant.

Playing the Taiko physically demands a lot from a drummer. Similar to martial arts, it requires physical flexibility, strength and suppleness.

An impression

Who are we?

The trainers of Taikoschool House of Circles all have their own story, their own character and their own style. They all play the taikos in the tradition of the famous Japanese percussion group KODO.

In addition to their own special musical background, our musicians have all had internal training at Circle Percussion.

"Fantastic how effort and relaxation go together!"

"This is absolutely awesome: going wild on drums that are only available here. UNIQUE!"

"Wow, you have to experience these drums!"