YAMATO THE DRUMMER OF JAPAN March 28, 2025 Moore Theatre Review
YAMATO THE DRUMMERS OF JAPAN
March 28, 2025
Seattle, WA
Moore Theatre
The ever popular taiko drum group Yamato The Drummers of Japan returned to the Moore Theatre on Friday evening to another packed house.
The audience was made up of a wide variety of people, ages, ethnicities, and numbers. Many families were in attendance and the overall vibe was one of positivity.
For some audiences, they want a straight forward, serious taiko drum performance. For others, they like the entertainment slanted taiko drum groups. Yamato The Drummers of Japan are clearly in the latter group.
They put on an entertaining show. Of course the foundation is a long, rich history in taiko drumming but they add so much more value to it that it’s hard to resist, especially live in person. The group of ten members clearly give it their all during each and every number that they perform. The combination of the music, choreography, and lighting design really lent itself to a spectacular auditory and visual feast for the senses.
Divided into two acts, the first act spotlighted the musicians and the level of mastery they all have attained. Living together as a group as they practice and practice, one couldn’t help but notice just how much work went into their craft and how in sync they were with one another. The music ranged from ceremonial and intricate to bombastic and celebratory.
What must be mentioned is that the group incorporates a great deal of comedic relief throughout the performance. This is where the group moves into a performance art category and not just a taiko drum group.
The energy was electric in the venue and by the last audience participation encore, the group left the stage with Seattle wanting more, more, more.
Much like the first time I reviewed the group, they come highly recommended from me. Hopefully they return sooner rather than later. They are one show that has to be experienced live.
Best,
Mark Sugiyama
Eclectic Arts Media
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March 28, 2025
Seattle, WA
Moore Theatre
(Courtesy Seattle Theatre Group)
The ever popular taiko drum group Yamato The Drummers of Japan returned to the Moore Theatre on Friday evening to another packed house.
The audience was made up of a wide variety of people, ages, ethnicities, and numbers. Many families were in attendance and the overall vibe was one of positivity.
For some audiences, they want a straight forward, serious taiko drum performance. For others, they like the entertainment slanted taiko drum groups. Yamato The Drummers of Japan are clearly in the latter group.
They put on an entertaining show. Of course the foundation is a long, rich history in taiko drumming but they add so much more value to it that it’s hard to resist, especially live in person. The group of ten members clearly give it their all during each and every number that they perform. The combination of the music, choreography, and lighting design really lent itself to a spectacular auditory and visual feast for the senses.
(Courtesy Seattle Theatre Group)
Divided into two acts, the first act spotlighted the musicians and the level of mastery they all have attained. Living together as a group as they practice and practice, one couldn’t help but notice just how much work went into their craft and how in sync they were with one another. The music ranged from ceremonial and intricate to bombastic and celebratory.
What must be mentioned is that the group incorporates a great deal of comedic relief throughout the performance. This is where the group moves into a performance art category and not just a taiko drum group.
The energy was electric in the venue and by the last audience participation encore, the group left the stage with Seattle wanting more, more, more.
Much like the first time I reviewed the group, they come highly recommended from me. Hopefully they return sooner rather than later. They are one show that has to be experienced live.
Best,
Mark Sugiyama
Eclectic Arts Media
Connect with Eclectic Arts Media: Social Media and Email Links
(Courtesy Seattle Theatre Group)
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