REVIEW | Drum Tao: A Heart Pounding Performance
I have a habit.
Whenever I am about to watch any performance at all, may it be a movie or a play or drumming, I will try and abstain from anything that may concern that performance. This is to prevent me from having any predisposition or expectations at all. A blank slate of paper.
Hence I went to catch Drum Tao with no expectations. I didn’t even know much about it, besides the fact that drums may be involved.
After 2 hours of non-stop drumming, I must say that truly enjoyed myself.
My advice to all that is reading this is to stop reading and go book your tickets now. Drum Tao is in Singapore till the 3rd of September. You can return to this article after booking your tickets.
Here’s the LINK . Go now. Trust me.
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Welcome back.
Drum Tao is an act that involves drums and many other traditional Japanese instruments which I can’t name, mixed with a little martial arts to form one of the most exciting, heart pounding, fun, humorous and lovable performances I have ever seen.
One may think that drumming may get boring after a while. I mean how long can a drum solo last, right?
Drum Tao’s creativity must be applauded. They manged to create incredibly mesmerizing scenes with nothing more than well, drums. For example, a scene that involved an imaginary game of table tennis was absolute genius.
However, I think the reason why Drum Tao was so captivating to watch was because the artists seemed like they were genuinely enjoying themselves. Being pretty close to the stage, (Thank you organisers of this event) I managed to see the faces of the performers. They were happy and they were loving it.
This enjoyment managed to make its way to the audience who, I can safely say, were having a great time.
Lastly, I must applaud a female drummer/performer. Her name is Asuka Iwatani and her performance was absolutely breathtaking. My standing ovation goes to her…and well, she is pretty too.
In conclusion, Drum Tao is brilliant show and if you have followed my instructions, you are now on your way catch it. Enjoy yourself and bask in the music!
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PS
I realised something about people. People tend to clap whenever they can or whenever there is silence.
DON’T!
It is annoying. Let them finish each scene before clapping. I am sure they know they are good. Your constant reassurance is not needed.
PerryFelixShen
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I to agree Tao is fantastic!! And Asuka is not just pretty she is flat out beautiful !!!
I totally agreed with your review, PerryFelixShen. My kids ( 15 and 12 years old ) and I were mesmerised throughout the entire awesome performance ! Not getting enough of it, we bought their CD and DVD. Should they return, we will definite catch their spectacular performance again
Me too. I never knew that traditional Japanese drums could be so entertaining, no matter what age you are. If they return, I would buy the tickets in a heart beat.
I saw them in Sydney a year or two ago and was mesmerised. One of the best shows I have ever seen. Also no preconceived idea.
I regret not buying their DVD and have not been able to get one anywhere. Not from lack of searching either.
Waiting for their return.
I watched them last night and was truly captivated! Add to that I am a huge fan of Japanese culture…a well-deserved standing ovation indeed!