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Fukumaru Tutor Profile
I welcome beginners in both traditional music and the Japanese language!
I work as a university lecturer in Japanese music history and ethnomusicology (I have over 20 years of teaching experience while bringing up my children). I majored in piano in college and musicology in graduate school.
◆ My Lessons on Cafetalk ◆
● Traditional music: I offer lessons in Japanese and English for those interested in learning the basics of traditional music as theory. (I will not teach how to play the instruments.) Designed for adult students, such as music teachers, university students, as well as elementary and junior high school students.
● Japanese language: I offer beginner level Japanese lessons taught in English, free-talking, reading aloud, and writing practice lessons.
All of my lessons are conducted in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, so it is a great way to take a break from your busy daily life♪
Please don’t hesitate to try my lessons.
So far, I have had students from Italy, UK, Poland, South Korea, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Paraguay, Brazil, and Japan.
I look forward to meeting many more students in the future!
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◎ Table of Contents ◎
Fukumaru’s Passion - Making Traditional Music More Accessible!
Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Introduction to Traditional Music
Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Intermediate level Traditional Music
Introduction of Fukumaru’s Lessons - Music around the World
Introduction of Fukumaru’s Lessons - Learning Japanese
Introduction to the Tutor
Message to Everyone
◎ Fukumaru’s Passion - Making Traditional Music More Accessible!
Beginners in Japanese music and students who have no experience with musical instruments are also welcome!
When you hear the words “traditional music,” you may think it sounds difficult.
In this lesson, you will learn about the history and characteristics of music and instruments by viewing PDF materials and videos, instead of hands-on practice of Japanese musical instruments.
When my students listen to the songs from the video, they often give me comments that the music was “nostalgic” and “calming,” and that it softened their feelings. When we talk about musical instruments, they sometimes find similarities with instruments they know along with discovering new interests. Even if it is difficult to look for the information on your own, you can use the songs in my lessons as a clue to expand your interests.♪
I know that many of you love music, so why not add a little traditional music to your enjoyment? I can help you take the first step to expand your world of music.
No prior knowledge is necessary. You can also learn more about Japanese culture through my lessons.♪
◎ Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Introduction to Traditional Music
○ For those who are interested in traditional music and want to try my lesson out
・Traditional Music Cafe ☆ Let’s listen to one song that fits your mood (20 minutes)
We will listen to one song together, and I will explain the background of the music and instruments. This lesson is ideal for those who are interested in traditional music but do not know where to start.
It is also a great way to try my lesson out.
○ Recommended for those who want to get the whole picture of Japanese traditional music (instrument version)
・An introductory course to Japanese traditional music (50 minutes)
Ideal for those who want to learn all about traditional Japanese music, including gagaku, biwa, koto, shamisen, and shakuhachi.
○ Recommended for those who want to learn more about Japanese traditional performing arts (theatrical version)
・An Introductory course on Japanese traditional performing arts (50 minutes)
This is a lesson where you can learn the Noh, Bunraku, and Kabuki, the essentials from classical performing arts that are also World Heritages. It can also be useful as a preparatory lesson before watching a theater performance.
◎ Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Intermediate level Traditional Music
○ As a sequel to my introductory course:
・Deepen your understanding! Traditional Japanese Music and Performing Arts (50 minutes)
This is available as a sequel to my introductory course. I can customize the lesson with your favorite content.
○ Period Drama (Taiga Drama) related Courses
・Music from The Tale of Genji (25 minutes)
This course will focus on Gagaku, the type of music that appears in The Tale of Genji. Let’s talk about court music from the Heian period. We can also talk about the latest period drama.
・Let’s learn about Gagaku (50 minutes)
Gagaku is the music favored by the aristocrats of the Heian period.
○ For anyone who would like to learn about traditional music by instrument or genre
・Let’s learn about Japanese instruments (50 minutes)
This lesson is perfect for anyone who wants to learn about a specific Japanese musical instrument in detail. it is also great for those who want to learn about the history and characteristics of the instrument they are playing.
・Let’s learn about Noh Kyogen (50 minutes)
This lesson will explain the history, musical characteristics, and popular Noh dramas and skits, which were born in the Muromachi period (1333-1573) and enjoyed by samurai warriors.
○ For those who are interested in learning more about music history in a series of lessons:
・Japanese Music History for Beginners (50 minutes) Can be taught using textbooks. Around 12-15 lessons per course.
This lesson series are packed with my experience as a university lecturer. I will thoroughly introduce Japanese music in chronological order. Your knowledge will expand with each lesson.♪
・Cultural history course on Japanese traditional music (25 minutes x 4 lessons) 12 consecutive lessons in total.
This is a series of 12 lessons on music related to literature and religion, such as myths, the Tale of Genji, the Tale of the Heike, etc. You can also take only 4 lessons instead of all 12.
◎Introduction of Fukumaru’s Lessons - Music around the World
○ For adult students who want to learn about music from around the world as a hobby
・Feel like you’re traveling! Folk Music from Around the World and Traditional Music from Japan (50 minutes)
This is an entertaining lesson that will make you feel like you are on vacation.
○ Recommended for elementary and junior high school students who are interested in a wide range of music
・Music around the World & Japanese Music (25 minutes)
During each lesson, we will listen to and study a different type of music. Since this is a music lesson, students can enjoy learning while talking.
○ Recommended for Music Teachers
・In support of music teachers! Folk Music Around the World & Traditional Japanese Music (50 minutes)
This lesson is for anyone who wants to learn the basics. It is also useful for preparing for graduate school entrance exams and teacher employment exams.
○ Recommended for music college students
・Preparation for written exams, graduate school exams, and teacher’s exams for music college students! (50 minutes)
If you are struggling with written exams, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
◎ Introduction of Fukumaru’s Lessons - Learning Japanese
○ For Beginner level Students
・GENKI for All Beginners (25 minutes)
I will teach beginner-level Japanese grammar using textbooks.
・Japanese Conversation – Free Talk for Beginners (15 minutes)
Practice Japanese conversation while receiving assistance in English.
○ For Intermediate to Advanced level Students
・Expand your world of music! Theme-based Chat 20 minutes
Let’s talk about music and culture. I will also introduce traditional Japanese music♪
・Let’s have fun talking ☆ Japanese conversation (Free-talking 25 minutes)
I will send you feedback after the lesson to help you review what you learned in the lesson.
・【Read aloud】Let’s read famous sentences from “Chibimaruko-chan’s Reading Aloud Recitation Class”! (25 minutes)
This lesson is part of Cafetalk’s Book Club Campaign. Let’s read aloud famous poems and novels that Japanese school children often learn at school.
・Let’s write formal and academic Japanese (40 minutes)
I will correct your Japanese sentences which you plan on submitting to your superiors, university, etc.
◎ Self Introduction
I majored in piano at a national university and in musicology at graduate school. I am currently researching the history of koto music while teaching Japanese music history and ethnomusicology part-time at a university in Tokyo.
Before I got married, my life was all about music, but after my children were born, my world expanded along with their interests.
Besides music, I am also interested in ballet, sports, insects, anime (Dragon Ball, Naruto, Pokemon, etc.). I have also experienced various types of lessons with my children (ballet, piano, violin, swimming, gymnastics, abacus, tutoring, online English conversation, etc...).
◎ Message to Everyone
It is quite common for Japanese students majoring in music to know very little about Japanese music, so there is nothing to be shy about.
On Cafetalk, I aim to provide lessons where you can learn in a casual yet serious manner.
Whether you want to learn more about music, Japanese, or ypou ant to take a trial lesson, please feel relaxed in any of my lessons.
Let’s expand your world by learning together.
【 Cafetalk Translation / August 2024 】
Please note that this profile has been translated by Cafetalk for easier understanding.
This tutor's cancellation policy
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- Less than 1hours before lesson start time.→ 100% of price charged.
- Between 1-6hours before lesson start time.→ 50% of price charged.
- No-Show→ 100% of price charged.
Lessons by this tutor
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GENKI for all beginners (25分)
Let's learn Japanese in English, using the textbook "GENKI". You can use special coupons now!25min 800P
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[25min.×4] GENKI for all beginners
Learn lots with this pack! This is a 4-lesson pack to learn Japanese using the textbook "GENKI"!25min X 4 2,400PPack of 4 -
The Tour of Traditional Japanese Performances
Would you be interested in traditional Japanese performances? Let’s study the history and features of kabuki, Bunraku, and Noh.50min 4,000P -
＊伝統音楽カフェ＊気分にあわせて1曲聴きましょう♡ First step to meet traditional music
Listen to one Japanese musical instrument song depending on your current mood. I will explain it in detail, so don't worry even if it's your first time!25min 1,000P -
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Music from the Tale of Genji: Japanese aristocratic music
Would you be interested in old Japanese music? This lesson takes a look at the music in the famous old novel “The Tale of Genji”. Let’s watch the DVD and discuss Japanese music and instruments.25min 1,500P -
A Tour of Traditional Japanese Music
Would you be interested in traditional Japanese music? Let’s study the history and features of gagaku, koto, biwa, shamisen, etc.!50min 4,000P -
音楽から日本の文化史を学ぼう【4回パック】
日本の伝統音楽を社会や文学との関わりから学んでみませんか？ 先史から現代まで、社会の変化とともに移り変わってきた音楽の魅力を探りましょう。25min X 4 5,000PPack of 4 -
Japanese Music History for Beginners
Welcome to the world of Japanese sound! Let's start to study the history of Japanese music with a first step.50min 4,000PHas Trial -
Learn about Japanese musical instruments
In this lesson, you can learn about Japanese musical instruments. I will showcase one out of koto, shamisen, shakuhachi, biwa, etc.50min 4,000P -
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Deepen your understanding of Japanese traditional music and performing arts!
This lesson is a continuation of my two introductory lessons about music and performances. Let's enjoy studying one genre and discussing it!50min 4,000P -
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音楽の先生を応援！世界の民族音楽・日本の伝統音楽
学校音楽で扱う世界と日本の音楽を深く学ぶレッスンです。音楽の授業を自信を持ってできるようになります。その他、教員採用試験にも対応しています。50min 5,000PHas Trial -
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日本語 Free Talk & Vocabulary Building
Join this lesson to increase your Japanese vocabulary! I'll provide support in both Japanese and English, so feel free to take a class with me.15min 700P -
【やりたいこと応援！】日本語カスタマイズレッスン
あなたの知りたい！やりたい！を応援します。レベルに合わせたフリートーク（初級・中級・上級）。英語でのサポートあります。単語を増やしたい、日本旅行の準備をしたい、歴史を知りたい、古文・和歌・俳句を読んでみたい、など…。ニーズに合わせてオーダーメイドのレッスンをします。50min 2,000PHas Trial -
[Talk about music] あなたの音楽世界が広がる！トピックトーク20分
Let's talk about music! What kind of music do you like? I will introduce some Japanese music and instruments. Please also use it for lesson counseling.20min 800P -
[Free Conversation] 楽しく話そう☆日本語会話
A 25-minute free Japanese conversation lesson. Just relax and talk about what you like.25min 1,000P -
GENKI for all beginners (50分)
Let's learn Japanese in English, using the textbook "GENKI".50min 1,600P -
[50min.×4] GENKI for all beginners
Learn lots with this pack! This is a 50min×4-lesson pack to learn Japanese using the textbook "GENKI"!50min X 4 4,800PPack of 4 -
【音読】『ちびまる子ちゃんの音読暗誦教室』で名文を読もう！
Let's read famous Japanese sentences aloud and read Chibi Maruko-chan's manga!25min 1,000P -
[Writing] フォーマル＆アカデミックな日本語を書こう
Proofreading Japanese sentences for letters you write to your superiors and for submissions to universities and workplaces. I can also help you create university reports and presentation materials.40min 2,000P -
Festivals and annual events in Japan
☆Happy Holidays! Campaign Lesson☆I will introduce traditional Japanese festivals and their music according to season, including conventional annual events.25min 1,200P
Feedback from students
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For beginners Good for in-depth study Easy to talk to
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For beginners Enthusiastic Able to explain in English
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Good for in-depth study Friendly Able to explain in English
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Friendly Feedback after the lesson Uses good material
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