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YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan

YAMATO: The Drummers of Japan

February 20, 2024

7:30 pm

Norton Center for the Arts

In-Person Performing Arts

Norton Center

Among the eight drummers on stage, three are centrally located on the stage in front of the camera. These drummers are all dressed in blue jeans, black mid-calf length jackets, and have large red drums under their left arms that they are drumming on.

Step into the world of YAMATO, the Japanese Taiko drumming sensation that has captivated audiences worldwide since 1993. YAMATO takes audiences on a whirlwind tour of rhythm and culture with more than 40 Taiko drums standing tall on stage, each with its own character, size and sound. The mighty “Odaiko,” carved from a 400-year-old tree, weighs 500 kg and sets the stage for an awe-inspiring experience. But it’s not just about power; YAMATO also creates delicate music, crafting a palette of meticulously curated sound and earning them the title of “physical music.”