Taiko drums: Yamato brings strength and energy to Vienna!

Taiko drums: Yamato brings strength and energy to Vienna!

The Japanese Taiko group Yamato inspires on December 17th to 22nd, 2024 in the Museumsquartier Vienna with its spectacular appearance "Hinotori-The Panel of the Phoenix" after it was not to be seen in the city for a decade. Initiator Masa Ogawa emphasizes that the performance serves primarily for entertainment, but is deeply rooted in the Japanese tradition. With impressive 500 strokes per minute, the eleven musicians develop a powerful spectacle that not only impresses musically, but also integrates theatrical elements and the humor of the artists. So the audience brings its own sound dimension into the action by clapping, as in an interview with the fnp

In the heart of the performances is the Taiko drum that is made from a piece of wood and has a spiritual meaning for the Japanese; It embodies the sound of a deity. The Yamato musicians are not pure performers, but also their own “roadies”, who manage everything independently from building up to the breakdown of the set. Despite the adverse circumstances and the transportation of their severe instruments, the passion for Taiko and Japanese culture remains unbroken. The humorous interaction within the group and with the audience ensures a rousing atmosphere that touches the soul and stimulates thought.