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2026 Youth Taiko Gathering
November 21st-22nd
This year's Youth Taiko Gathering is co-hosted by Crespi Taiko and Makoto Taiko
REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 1ST
WELCOME TO THE YOUTH TAIKO GATHERING!
This year's Youth Taiko Gathering was made possible by generous donations from Makoto Taiko.
The Youth Taiko Gathering brings North American youth taiko players together to foster connection and collaboration among youth taiko players, create opportunities to learn leadership values, and establish an environment for artistic excellence on stage.
Co-hosted this year by Crespi Taiko and Makoto Taiko, the event will take place at Crespi Carmelite High School on November 21st-22nd.
The recommended age for this event is 12-18.
REGISTRATION OPENS
SEPTEMBER 1ST
Welcome
2026 YTG STAFF
Blaine O'Brien
Recital Director
Sharleen McLaughlin
Marketing and Communications
Patrick Cruz
Program Director
Jasmine Wong
Provisions
Karen Koyano
Budget and Finance
Tatiana Koike
Volunteer Director
Paul Sakamoto
Equipment Director
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