Coming out of our recruitment workshops, we are excited to welcome 6 talented trainees to our 2026 cohort! All have prior taiko experience in collegiate groups including Yamatai, Gendo Taiko, Swarthmore Taiko, Taiko Tides, and Bakuhatsu Taiko Dan. Many have musical and athletic backgrounds and some have even composed their own pieces and served as artistic directors!

Most importantly, all of our trainees show a great passion for learning, performing, and kumidaiko. Over the next few months, they will join us for weekly rehearsals and hone in on Soh Daiko’s unique techniques and repertoire through observation, drills, and dedicated trainee hours.

Please join us in welcoming them — we are so excited to see all they are able to accomplish!

Soh Daiko programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.