Triangle Special Taiko is a joint program with City of Raleigh Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources Department that is dedicated to teach, assist, and share the joy of playing Taiko with Special Olympians and people of special needs. Before showing up, it would be best to email the person of contact to ensure you are
Location: Carolina Pines Community Center
Practice: Saturdays, 10am-11am
Contact:
Christen Winstead christen.winstead@raleighnc.gov
Yoko Iwashima y.iwashima@hotmail.com
In the News
2019 – Cherry Blossom Festival in Washington DC
Triangle Special Taiko was invited by Miyako Taiko in Washington DC to perform at the annual Cherry Blossom Festival Taiko Take-over.
2017 – Natsu Matsuri Performance in Raleigh, NC
2010 – Twelfth Annual Disabled Person Performance in Japan
Triangle Special Taiko was invited by the Japan Taiko Foundation to participate in the Twelfth Annual Disabled Person’s Nippon Taiko Festival in October 2010. You can enjoy their adventures with the Triangle Special Taiko blog.
2010 – Triangle Special Taiko at Fletcher Park
On August 15, the Raleigh Parks and Recreation Department presented The 2010 Sunday in the Park Concert Series featuring Triangle Taiko. The concert was held in beautiful Fletcher Park on a gorgeous evening. Triangle Special Taiko made a surprise visit to perform for the audience.