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Young, hip and brimming with infectious energy, the dynamic taiko drumming group Yamato returns to the Peacock Theatre with a brand new show Shin-on (Heartbeat).

Check out the e-trailer for a taster of the show and the chance to win prizes!

Yamato are master performers. They take the ancient art of taiko drumming and bring it bang up-to-date in an exhilarating display of expertise and athleticism that has thrilled audiences worldwide.

Taiko drumming is a physical, as well as musical spectacle – the drums can measure up to six feet across, requiring powerful stamina to play. Yamato's nine performers display their breathtaking expertise on over 20 drums, varying from huge barrel-like Odaikos to hand-held instruments. Combined with exquisite bronze cymbals, vocals and bamboo flutes, Yamato create a kaleidoscope of sound.





Some of our favourite Taiko drumming clips from YouTube featuring footage of Yamato, plus some extra bits and pieces including a Japanese arcade machine which tests players' Taiko skills!