Doors 12pm
Show 1pm
Taiko-On are the 2025 recipients of the Foreign Minister’s Commendation, presented by Consul-General Karimata.
Their vibrant yet intimate performace is a musical confluence of Japanese festival tunes and modern percussion influences, brought to you by 4 of the performers of the 2022 FRINGE WORLD award-winning show ONSEN.
After a string of sold out performances at The Ellington, the Quartet is back with magnificent Taiko Drums, earthy Didgeridoo, ethereal bamboo Flute and voicework. Be prepared for a new style of taiko show arranged specially for the Ellington – a synthesis of each musician’s unique studies, reflecting rhythmic and melodic fascinations on the theme.
Join Taiko ONSEN Quartet for an inspiring matinee musical journey through traditional, contemporary and original music of Japan.
Sanshi – Shinobue Flute, Taiko, Didgeridoo
Aya Kelly – Vocals, Taiko
Simon Vanyai – Taiko
Rhet Magaraggia – Shinobue, Taiko