[Yamaha Corporation] Recreating Legendary Drum Techniques Through Automatic Performance: “GOD OF DRUMS Exhibition – Exploring the Music of the Most Charismatic Drummers”
Yamaha Corporation Press Release: October 27, 2025 Legendary drumming techniques reproduced through automated performance: “GOD OF DRUMS Exhibition – Exploring the Music of the Most Charismatic Drummers” to be held Dates: Saturday, November 8th – Saturday, November 15th, 2025, Venue: Yamaha Ginza Studio (Yamaha Ginza Store, B2F) Yamaha Corporation (hereinafter, “our company”) will hold a special exhibition featuring Steve Gadd, a world-renowned drummer, titled “GOD OF DRUMS – Exploring the Music of a Charismatic Drummer of the Highest Level,” from Saturday, November 8th to Saturday, November 15th, 2025, at the Yamaha Ginza Studio, the brand’s hub.
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https://retailing.jp.yamaha.com/shop/ginza/studio/event/detail?id=7657 Exhibition contents 1. Latest performance reproduction! Automatic drum solo played 400,000 times YouTube “Yamaha The drum solo by Steve Gadd (recorded at Yamaha Ginza Studio in 2022), which has been viewed approximately 400,000 times on the video “Drums (Official),” will be reproduced using an automated performance on the drum set that Gadd actually uses, along with a life-size video. Visitors will be able to sit on the drum set stool and experience the performance from the artist’s perspective. In addition, Steve Gadd’s performance as part of a trio consisting of Gadd, Satoshi Shiotani (piano), and Yosuke Inoue (bass) will also be reproduced using automated performance. Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/10701/1045/10701-1045-72941937b2e1ef83767b8d4d07cccbe7-1546×1080.jpg *The drum solo is a reproduction of the performance in “Yamaha | Steve Gadd Drum Solo | Recording Custom,” currently available on YouTube at “Yamaha Drums (Official).” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08wxuAzqnI8 2. Display of signature model drum sets from past years This exhibition features a series of drum sets that Steve Gadd has actually used over the years. This is the first time that all five sets have been displayed together in one place. Through these actual items, you can trace the path of expression that Steve Gadd has created in various musical scenes. Exhibited products) ・One “Steve Gadd Custom model” ・2 “Steve Gadd 30th Anniversary Signature Drum Kits” ・2 “Recording Custom”
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/10701/1045/10701-1045-5a4d442c829d90e57b05ad861a197048-1100×900.jpg *Includes the drum set used in “Latest Performance Reproduction! Automatic Performance of the 400,000 Played Drum Solo.” 3. Special screening! Exclusive, freshly filmed drum clinic footage In addition to performing, Steve Gadd is also committed to nurturing the next generation of drummers through instructional books and drum clinics. At the venue, there will be a special screening of footage from the drum clinics held on Friday, October 27, 2023 and Friday, November 7, 2025. *Please use headphones to view the footage. Screening contents) ・“Steve Gadd Drum Clinic 2023” ・“Steve Gadd Drum Clinic 2025” Image
URL: https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/10701/1045/10701-1045-cea8e44d9517b18c4841623446c62702-800×533.jpg 4. Merchandise and Panel Display Steve Gadd’s favorite merchandise will be on display. You can see his drumsticks, stool towels, and more. There will also be a panel display that gives a glimpse into the musicality he has cultivated over the years. Cooperation: Rittor Music Co., Ltd. Steve Gadd Profile A globally renowned musician, Gadd is known as one of the most influential drummers, effortlessly mastering a variety of musical styles. His sound, technique, and exceptional musicality, as seen in songs such as Paul Simon’s “Fifty Ways,” Steely Dan’s “Aja,” and Chick Corea’s “Nite Sprite,” have earned him the respect of musicians worldwide. His highly innovative playing style has earned him early recognition as a unique artist who rewrote the history of percussion instruments. His exceptional musicality, combined with his given name “Gadd,” has earned him the nickname “God” from many drummers. In recent years, he has also been focusing on nurturing the next generation of musicians, including releasing the instruction book “GADDIMENTS.” Information about related product sales From Saturday, November 8th to Saturday, November 15th, 2025, a special corner will be set up on the digital instruments floor on the first basement floor of the Yamaha Ginza store, where limited quantities of related products such as drumsticks, instructional books, and Steve Gadd’s signature snare drum, the YSS1455SG, will be sold. ※”Real Sound Viewing” Yamaha is developing a system based on the concept of “vacuum-packing a live performance,” which preserves and reproduces an artist’s performance exactly as it was. The performance is digitized and accurately recorded, and the live acoustic sounds of the acoustic instruments are automatically played to faithfully recreate the artist’s performance. By combining this with video footage of the performing artists, a truly immersive virtual live performance is created. *Product and company names mentioned in the text are trademarks or registered trademarks of our company or the respective companies. *The information contained in this press release is current as of the date of announcement. Please note that it may be subject to change after the date of announcement.
