| Amanojaku Workshops |
| Written by David Leong | |
| Thursday, 24 May 2007 | |
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Saturday June 16th 4:00-8:00. About Amanojaku Formed in December of 1986 by Yoichi Watanabe, Amanojaku has since aimed to createa new form of music by adding the elements of modern and western music to its base of taiko, an ancient Japanese art. Amanojaku has performed in ensembles with western musicians and continues to look for new musical challenges. Amanojaku's Sound The sound created by Amanojaku has a powerful percussion sound, yet is so refined. The blend of these two create a "beautiful strength," which is Amanojaku's goal. Watanabe, leader of Amanojaku, grew up in downtown Tokyo where his love for Japanese festivals and South American music developed his rythmic sense at a young age. This is the source of Amanojaku's "beautiful strength." The sound produced by Yoichi Watanabe and the polished technique of Ogawa Hiromi and Kawana Mayumi create an entirely new universe and heat up the souls of people around the world.Amanojaku, loved not just in Japan, but around the world, continues to evolve and contribute to taiko music. |
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