Madeline Do

Madi joined Bakuhatsu Taiko Dan’s “Gen 20” during the pandemic, part of the first class to try out for the team and learn taiko almost entirely online. Even during this difficult time, Madi learned taiko with incredible dedication. Coming out of the pandemic, Madi put in extra time to new songs and forms with me. During “Shinki Itten” (2022), Madi was able to show some of this work, playing Hana Hachijo with me as a transition. Madi is now serving as the president of Bakuhatsu Taiko Dan (2022-2023) and joins me at Koyasan Temple sometimes as a guest instructor. Madi performed with me in Rieko’s “Mai Rie” showcase and is an awesome collaborator on taiko, shinobue, euphonium, and trombone. Madi is a collaborator on three of my original songs, “Same Love,” “Roar,” and “Okagesama.” Madi is now serving as Artistic Director for the Davis Cherry Blossom Festival.