Resonation
General Info
Arranger: Refiner Drums & GEKKO
Instrumentation
Player 1-9: Chinese Drums
Player 10-18: Taiko
Description
Since ancient times, drums have always been regarded as a communication tool in critical times. As soon as the beating of the drums is heard, people would instinctively react according to their understanding and interpretation of the sound. Resonation is a new arrangement of the Japanese taiko drum classic, Taisai (Grand Festival). It integrates Chinese drums and Japanese taiko as well as the unique styles of the two drum groups, Refiner Drums and GEKKO, in a symbolic alliance. The music opens with the electrifying sparks generated by the sense of competitiveness of the two groups as they first meet. Then through the exchange of drumming techniques, reciprocal learning and mutual appreciation, a convergence of Chinese and Japanese cultures takes place, resolving into reconciliation and harmony. The different styles of drumming lead to a conglomeration of thunderous sounds, and a resonating performance culminates to a harmonious end. [1]
Premiere Details
Date: 31/10/2020
Place: Hong Kong Cultural Centre Concert Hall
Taiko: GEKKO
Percussion: Refiner Drums