Leonard Eto
Acting
Biography
Leonard Eto is one of the most accomplished and innovative contemporary taiko players, whose vision and creativity have deeply influenced the way taiko is performed and viewed in the world today. The distinctive hallmarks of his playing are the fluidity and luminous, dance-like quality; the coexistence of power and effortlessness, and the immense joy expressed in his music and performance. In 1984, Leonard joined the Japanese taiko drum group Kodo and soon became the principal player, organizer, musical director and composer. In 1992, Leonard left Kodo to pursue a solo career. His quest gradually evolved from collaborative activities, travelling to perform in over 55 countries. He continues to challenge his own technical and expressive skills, and has developed the freedom and spontaneity to communicate with any musical style.
Known For
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The Great Music Experience | Nara City, Japan 1994
A one-night-only special live held in front of the Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple in Nara in October 2008, The long-awaited DVD release of the GUITARHYTHM V TOUR held from April ~ June this year! On October 18, 2008, for the first time in 14 years, Torayasu Fubukuro stood on the stage of the Great Buddha Hall of Todaiji Temple, and the audience was enveloped in a fantastic sound universe using a 3D surround system. The sense of realism is completely reproduced in 5.1 channel surround. Special guests include opera singer Michiki Nakamaru, dance performance by H. R. Chaos, and Japanese drummer Leonard Eto.
HOTEI + Todai-ji Hotei Tomoyasu SPECIAL LIVE ~FLY INTO YOUR DREAM~
Kodo's first original video performance, recorded at Ryotsu Shimin Kaikan on Sado Island, Japan. Tracklist 1. Zoku 2. Lion 3. Yamauta / O-Daiko 4. Irodori
Kodō
Spontaneous drum-duet improvisations recorded Monday 19 August 2003 - Gok Sound Studio Tokyo, Japan.