MEGAN CHAO SMITH
Instructor
Megan teaches Japanese method and mentality. They especially love teaching power drumming, body conditioning, currently teaching students in groups, residencies, and 1:1.
Performer
Chao Smith performs internationally, and continues a vibrant career in Japan. They are guest artist performer and instructor on request.
Tour producer and manager
Chao Smith produces and manages international tours, as well as trains people how to tackle such undertakings in their own org or ensemble.
Composer
Megan is writing open source taiko compositions that both train groups in particular styles, as well as bring a unique tone and feel to the canon of taiko music.