Nagata Shachu

Latest News

Video of Nagata Shachu and Esprit Orchestra performing Mono-prism just released.

Recorded live at Koerner Hall, Toronto on January 25th, 2023.
Fall beginner course just announced!

Our new beginners course is set to begin on Tuesdays at 7 pm commencing September 12. .
Check out our 25th Anniversary concert video!

Recorded live on December 3, 2022 at the Al Green Theatre in Toronto. This was the season opening concert of our three concerts series celebrating our 25th anniversary. .
Augmented Reality Poster

Learn the stories of Nagata Shachu through an augmented reality poster..
Nagata Shachu – Who We Are

A short video about Nagata Shachu and its activities..
360 Video

Watch Nagata Shachu's 360 degree performance..

Upcoming Performances

Sep Sat

Dragon and the Rising Sun – CANCELLED

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Nov Sun

Nagata Shachu and the Niagara Symphony Orchestra

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Reviews

Athletic Fireworks

“The physical intensity of their performance, as well as their mechanical efficiency and almost inhuman rhythmic accuracy, was unstoppable. That it could be done with such unique grace of movement and confidence is wholly unbelievable; athletic fireworks stippling the Elora Festival’s worthy closing ceremony.”

Dawn Stevenson, Guelph Mercury

City’s musical treasures

“Nagata Shachu is one of our city’s musical treasures… I’ve seen the group, led by Canadian-born taiko master Kiyoshi Nagata, several times over its history and its performances are invariably filled with a high level of ensemble musicianship coupled with mental and corporeal discipline.”

Andrew Timar , Whole Note

Unforgettable Experience

“Nagata Shachu primal drum concert an unforgettable experience.” Full Review.

Ken Keaton, Palm Beach Daily News

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About

Nagata Shachu, based in Toronto, Canada, has enthralled audiences with its mesmerizing and heart-pounding performances of the Japanese drum (taiko) since its formation in 1998. The group has toured widely throughout Canada, the US and Italy, in addition to Lebanon and Mexico, performing in major theatres, concert halls, and festivals.

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