With support from the California Arts Council, the Taiko Community Alliance (TCA) will host the North American Taiko Conference (NATC), the world’s largest taiko gathering. TCA will serve the taiko community by expanding our grantmaking capacity, uplifting regional gatherings, increasing online programs/resources, and continuing to strengthen organizational infrastructure.
The North American Taiko Conference is TCA’s largest program. The goal of this gathering is to share the art form, enhance players’ understanding of context, foster group development, and strengthen networks. Other TCA programs include educational videos and webinars, mentorship, regional connections, supportive marketing, and the collection and stewardship of taiko-related data. Although TCA is a membership organization, programs are available to anyone who is interested, regardless of membership status.

