Fee: $20 per person for the class. Please bring cash as we need to pay the venue in cash. Bring all your kimono and items and let’s figure out how to put them on! Thank you!! “
Carolyn’s note: RIPF is located at 1013 S. Tyndall Avenue, west of Park Avenue, north of E. 22nd St. It is the home of Odaiko Sonora, taiko drumming group.
Toru Tagawa, originally from Hiroshima, Japan is the Music Director for these two orchestras — the Foothills Philharmonic and the Tucson Repertory Orchestra. He is also the director of the Sierra Vista Symphony Orchestra, and has played the violin since age 6. Note that the TRO concert conductor on Dec. 29 is Yudai Ueda.
Toru has taught orchestra at Canyon del Oro High School since 2008. His bio from the staff directory::
“The Japanese tea ceremony, or chanoyu (translated literally as âhot water for teaâ), is a cherished ritual involving the preparation and presentation of powdered green tea in a highly stylized manner.
A host and a guest, wearing traditional Japanese kimono specific to the ceremony, will demonstrate how tea has been prepared, served, and enjoyed in Japan since the 12th century.
Tea will be served to participants adhering to current health and safety guidelines.
Cost: $25 per person (includes Gardens admission). Members of Yume pay only $15.”
Date & Times:
12/15
11AM – 12PM
and
12:30PM – 1:30PM
Tickets:
General Admission: $25
Members: $15
Advanced ticket reservation is required. This is a limited admission event.Get Tickets
“Kirigami is the Japanese art of cutting paper. It is an artform that has been used to make decorations, create masterful artistic works, and enhance the aesthetic beauty of things using natrual-made materials. This workshop will be led by Kristina Keiko McGaha, who has been doing kirigami for over 30 years. She will demonstrate more advanced techniques and discuss the histroy of this artform. This workshop will also be a hands-on crafting experience where participants will be able to create holiday themed kirigami including: snowflakes, flower vases, and holiday cards.
Supplies for this (paper and cutting tools) will be provided for use during the workshop. The creations you make are yours to take home. The workshop will also be family-friendly so children are welcome to participate.”
Dates & Time:
12/8
10AM – 12PM
Tickets:
General Admission: $20
Members: $15
Children age 3-15: $5
Advanced ticket reservation is required. This is a limited admission event.Get Tickets
“Ukulele master and jolly ambassador of aloha, JAKE SHIMABUKURO, will bring joy to the world this upcoming 2024 Holiday Season by delivering a special gift for all with the debut of his highly anticipated holiday show, JAKE SHIMABUKURO Holidays in Hawaiâi.
With only four strings, Jake is a humble master whose mission is to connect and inspire people. Whether one on one or in front of an audience of thousands, Jake shares a deep emotional connection with the listener that is open, magical, and transcendent. Jakeâs genuine love for people, the spirit of Holidays, and his beloved home of Hawaii are at the forefront of JAKE SHIMABUKURO Holidays in Hawaiâi. It will be a warm welcome of merriment and wonder for the season.
In addition to his signature show favorites, this special show will draw on a vibrant catalog of holiday classics such as We Three Kings, Rudolph The Red-Nosed Reindeer, O Holy Night, Iâll Be Home For Christmas and selections from his âJake & Friendsâ album (Willie Nelson, Bette Midler, Jack Johnson, Michael McDonald, Vince Gill & Amy Grant and more).
Along with bassist Jackson Waldhoff and singer-songwriter Justin Kawika Young, JAKE SHIMABUKURO will spread good cheer to all with his world-renowned live show in a fun take on the holidays sure to keep spirits bright. Exceptional and spirited JAKE SHIMABUKUROâS Holidays in Hawaiâi is sure to become an eagerly anticipated annual family event.”
