Drummers’ Circle

NATC Phoenix was made possible through the generous support of our donors, who established critical seed funding for the project. The Drummer’s Circle is a NATC tradition that recognizes and celebrates these individuals. After seven years and a global pandemic, the North American Taiko Conference is back thanks to the love, dedication, and generosity of the taiko community. We recognize the following Drummers’ Circle for their persistent support, empowerment, and dedication to the art of taiko.

Alexa Riner, Andy Jones, Elena Moschell, Heather McLean, Helen McMillin, Holly Johnson, Lika Seigel, Marinda Chen, Melia Okura, Merle and Alan Okada, Neil Fajardo, Reiko Mitsunaa, Rita Sauer, Ron Miyamura, Samar Aljishi, Scott Kujiraoka, Stanley Shikuma, Tan Tran, Therese Stephen, Wendy Jedlicka, and Yasuko Kujiraoka

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