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Snapshots: Yamato: The Drummers of Japan @ Strathmore Music Center — 1/23/25

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Snapshots: Yamato: The Drummers of Japan @ Strathmore Music Center — 1/23/25
Yamato perform at Strathmore Music Center on Jan. 23, 2025. (Photo by Steve Satzberg)

Yamato is a Japanese Taiko drumming group based in Asuka-mura Nara Prefecture which is well known by Japanese people as the hometown of Japan. They call themselves “YAMATO, the Taiko drumming group that travels all over the world.” They have given more than 4,500 shows across 54 countries around the world since their formation in 1993.

Recently, Yamato performed in a vibrant and thrilling show at the Strathmore Music Center, and Steve Satzberg was there to photograph the performance.

The following article is adapted from press materials.

Japanese Taiko drums are known for their lively, dramatic sounds that swell in excitement with every beat. With an impressive array of drums on stage, the globally recognized Taiko drumming group Yamato showcases the power of humanity and its mastery over technology through its incredible musicianship. In a world filled with technological advancements, these drummers stand out with their powerful acoustic presence and energetic stage performance.

On Jan. 23, Yamato presented their show, 人の力 ”Hito no Chikara” — The Power of Human Strength, at Strathmore Music Center in Bethesda, Maryland.

Watch a trailer for 人の力」Hito no Chikara — The Power of Human Strength by Yamato on YouTube:

On stage, Yamato performed with over 40 Taiko drums, including the massive 500 kg “Odaiko,” crafted from a 400-year-old tree. Their performance blended intensity, emotion, and humor, drawing the audience into a shared, unforgettable experience. True to their motto — “We go everywhere when somebody needs YAMATO!” — they continue to spread the spirit of Taiko across the globe.

Visit Yamato’s website for more tour dates and music.

Here are some photos of the Drummers of Yamato performing at Strathmore Music Center on Jan. 23, 2025. All pictures copyright and courtesy of Steve Satzberg.

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