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Shakuhachi Group Class

  • Daiyuzenji Rinzai Zen Temple 3717 North Ravenswood Avenue Chicago, IL, 60613 United States (map)

Shakuhachi Group Class

Join our ongoing Shakuhachi Group Class at Daiyuzenji, guided by Trevor West. The shakuhachi is a traditional Japanese bamboo flute historically used in Zen practice as a form of “blowing meditation,” cultivating breath, attention, and presence. Playing develops deep, relaxed breathing, refines posture, strengthens lung capacity, and encourages focused listening and a quiet, grounded mind.

Classes meet on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 6:00 PM and are followed by zazen (seated meditation) at 7:00 PM.

All levels are welcome, and new students may join at any time. Flutes are available to borrow, or bring your own.

$20 requested donation.