Shakuhachi Class

Learn how to play the shakuhachi bamboo flute in this NYC workshop.


East Winds
East Winds
5.0 (10)

55 mins

Class size 1 to 20 (public classes), 1 to 15

$45 ($45 per class surcharge applies for private classes)

NYC
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Manhattan
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Performing Arts
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Music
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Kid Friendly
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Japanese Culture
Whether you're a music lover or interested in Japanese culture, anyone can learn how to play the shakuhachi flute in our fascinating workshop.
As you embark on this flute adventure, you'll not only gain a new skill but also tap into a world of self-expression and creativity. The flute has the power to transport you and evoke deep emotions.
In this workshop, you will have the option to bring your flute or use one of ours for an additional fee. We offer wooden, plastic, and bamboo flutes for purchase, giving you the flexibility to choose the instrument that suits you best.
Our instructor, Marco Lienhard, a world-renowned performer, has over 40 years of flute-playing experience and will guide you every step of the way. Whether you're a beginner or have some prior knowledge, this class provides an inclusive and supportive environment for you to explore your interests.
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Add-ons available for this class
  • 2nd hand Wooden Shakuahchi ($175)
  • Plastic flutes (2nd hand) ($130)
  • New Wooden Flute ($400)
  • Borrow flute ($10)
  • Second hand wooden Shakuhachi ($175)
You can add these when you book (optional).
 
Knowledge required
Beginner-friendly.
 
What you'll get
PDF of the music and material learned in class.
 
What to bring
Flute or can borrow one for an added fee.
 
Suitable for

Suitable for adults, and kids (minimum 8 years old).

An adult must accompany any attending kids. The adult may observe at the class for free.

This experience would also be a unique gift for her, gift for mom or gift for couples.

Location

Funkadelic Studios, West 40th Street, New York, NY

Times Square area

Your teacher can also travel within 40 miles of Manhattan, to a venue of your choice for a private class

Shakuhachi Class location
More about this class

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Your teacher

East Winds
East Winds

5.0 (10)

Marco Lienhard is the director of both Taikoza and East Winds Ensemble (1995-Present). He lived and performed in Japan for 18 years (1981-1998) as a member of the legendary Taiko group Ondekoza under director Tagayasu Den (who instigated the renaissance of Taiko). In Ondekoza, he mastered the Taiko, the Shinobue, the Noh flute, and the Shakuhachi under Katsuya Yokoyama. He ran the 9000 miles of the perimeter of the US from 1990-1993 while performing along the way.
With his New York-based Taikoza, he has toured internationally and presents his top-rated program throughout the country. In addition, he has collaborated with many artists and groups around the world.
In 1995, Lienhard was the Shakuhachi soloist for the NYC Opera's premiere of the Opera "Kinkakuji" and was a soloist with the Juilliard New Music Ensemble. He premiered "Voyage X" with the Juilliard New Music Ensemble. Lienhard performs and teaches internationally (in Argentina, Brazil, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, and Canada, etc.) and has taught at International percussion workshops and festivals.
He has performed as a soloist at Carnegie Hall, Suntory Hall, Osaka Festival Hall, Madison Square Garden, Tchaikovsky Hall, and International Performing Center in Moscow, among others. Lienhard's music was nominated five times for the "Just Plain Folks Awards in 2014 and 2019 for best songs, best album for Instrumental and Asian Music".

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