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Who We Are
Rebel Taiko Experiment is a Japanese drumming ensemble located at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas - we are the first and only collegiate taiko group in the state of Nevada! Our group was founded in the Fall semester of 2015, with the help of local community taiko groups Korabo Taiko & LV Kaminari Taiko.
Our mission is to practice and spread the art of taiko drumming to audiences across Nevada and beyond. We recruit and teach UNLV students, practice taiko, write new material, and perform as much as we can. We have performed at many gigs, an out-of-state conference, and even held our own concert at UNLV. As a young and passionate ensemble, we strive to put our own spin on taiko.
Why We Need YOUR Help
Since our inception, we have had to borrow rehearsal space and equipment from local groups to practice and perform. As an ever-growing ensemble, however, we cannot rely on other groups forever. For us to last, we NEED a set of our own professional taiko drums that we can use to practice and perform at UNLV.
With the funds raised from this campaign, our organization will buy a set of professional taiko drums that will last for decades!
Hontōni? ! (Really? !) Your gift makes a difference. We have practiced many hours to be better performers and this experience is our reward for the hard work. Knowing you're making our dreams come true is your reward. We thank you!
Majide? ! (Seriously? !) Two and a half times the thank you for helping us realize this opportunity!
Sugoine! (Amazing!) Thank you! A gift this level deserves something special. For your generosity, you will receive a limited edition RTE key chain!
Masaka! (Are you kidding!) A gift at this level means that we are able to purchase musical instruments other than taiko so that you may experience a variety of sounds within our ensemble. Our thank you includes a limited edition RTE key chain and a signed thank you picture from all of us.
Shinji-ra nai (I can not believe it!) You are a devoted fan! As a thank you we will send you a limited edition RTE key chain, signed thank you picture, and a decorative mug!
Honki desu ka? (Are you serious?) We truly want to thank you as our gift includes a limited edition RTE key chain, signed thank you picture, and a decorative miniature shime daiko!
Subarashii! (I am amazed!) To express our gratitude you will receive a personal video performance by all the performers from Rebel Taiko Experiment! We will also send you a decorative miniature chu daiko to show our appreciation, thank you so much!
Nani? ! (What? !) Thank you for showing us you care! Your donation will help us to continue to recruit members, provide good instruction, and cover the costs of equipment for the members of our group. A key chain alone will not do as your contribution shows us that you deserve something personal through a local performance just for you!
Uso! (That's a lie!) You have earned our undying gratitude plus two local performances just for you! You will also get special recognition in our programs, as well as a Rebel Taiko Experiment T-shirt, thank you so much!