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About Amanojaku
Formed in December of 1986 by Yoichi Watanabe, Amanojaku has since aimed
to create a 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.
About Taiko
Taiko is a solid part of Japanese culture, but its sound appeals to more
than just Japanese. Taiko is more than music - it is an international language,
speaking not only to the souls of Japanese people, but to people around
the world. At the moment, taiko is at a turning point, where the ancient
tradition of taiko is meeting the new inspirations of the present. As
the ancient art evolves, the future will contain a base of tradition with
layers of inspiration. Although taiko is loved and known by many, there
are still multitudes more who do not appreciate the true meaning of taiko.
Spreading the general knowledge of taiko and at the same time advancing
taiko as a form of music is Amanojaku's proficiency.
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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