NEWS
SWAYZAK AND THE ART OF TENORI-ON
Can it really be 10 years since Snowboarding in Argentina - Swayzak's debut long player - was named album of the year by Mixer magazine? It is indeed, but in that time James Taylor and David Brown have been keeping themselves busy both live and in the studio, all the while building a global reputation that's as organic as the deep, home-grown dub-house they've become synonymous with.
Read the full story HERE
MAKE YOUR OWN TENORI-ON...
...well, not quite - but nearly!
While you are dreaming of owning the real thing... why not have a few hours of fun with this new 3D paper model of media artist, Toshio Iwai with the Tenori-on.
Made as a tribute to Toshio Iwai by the UK-based creative paper artist 'Tubbypaws', this model is easy to build and needs no batteries! Simply download the pdf, ask an adult to cut around the edges and then glue it all together.
Follow the instructions and, before you know it, you will have your very own Toshio and Tenori-on at home!
Its almost as much fun as the real thing! Download your 3D paper model HERE
TENORI-ON HELPS OVERCOME BARRIERS TO CREATIVITY
Tenori-on captures the imagination of so many different people. From the creative and professional media artist to non-musicians alike, this new form of musical interface is opening many new avenues of musical exploration and creativity.
A recent independent dissertation by UK-based Graham Wynne is a fascinating document as he explores the extent to which instruments such as Electroplankton and Tenori-on are overcoming barriers to creativity in modern music production. With related quotes from Toshio Iwai, Brian Eno, Steve Reich and Norman Fairbanks you can read Graham's dissertation HERE
TENORI-ON WOWS AUDIENCES DURING BJÖRK TOUR
Björk's current world tour utilises some of the most cutting edge on-stage technology out there, so it's no surprise to find at least one Tenori-on in the thick of it...
Read the full story HERE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR OWNERS OF TENORI-ON
Please click here to read this important announcement about Tenori-On
IMPORTANT UK TENORI-ON PRICING NEWS
Due to the current exchange rate situation its become necessary for us to increase the UK price of Tenori-on. This advance warning of this pending increase gives you a few days to take advantage of the current price before it goes up!
The tenori-on uk online store price will be increased on 1st April 2008 from the current £599 to £629 inc VAT.
THE YAMAHA TENORI-ON REVOLUTION CONTINUES WITH THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF GLOBAL LAUNCH EVENTS
Following the hugely successful media and public launch of the critically acclaimed Tenori-on in the UK, we are excited to announce Tenori-on Global Launch events and a new multi-language website.
Read the full story HERE
Tenori-on really is about the Future of Loops
Future Loop Foundation join the list of high profile Tenori-on users…
Tenori-on fever continues! As demand for this most innovative light and sound sequencer continues to grow, the word is also out in the artist community that this is one must-have, must-play gadget. Mark Barrott, Future Loop Foundation’s technology-loving front man, has been after one since launch and recently finally got his hands on one…
“It really opens your mind to new possibilities,” he says. “It’s Steve Reich for the modern age…” And Mark knows all about new possibilities. A decade ago he was leading the way on the drum n bass scene before turning chillout. Last year’s ‘Album Of The Year’ Memories From A Fading Room spawned a couple of summer soundtrack classics (appearing all over the BBC and Sky TV) and he’s currently gearing up for a ground-breaking audio and visual spectacular tour.
Read the full interview HERE
The list of high profile artists queuing up to get their hands on Yamaha’s Tenori-on is staggering. Many, in fact, have been left disappointed due to short supplies of the innovative light and sound sequencing tone module. So far Björk has been spotted on tour with one in South America and Peter Gabriel is known to be experimenting with one at Real World, but another cutting edge artist lucky enough to get his hands on an early unit was Kieran Hebden, aka Four Tet.
Read more about Kieran HERE
Put a date in your ical. 1st February - Special Apple Store Tenori-on workshop.
7pm Friday 1st February - Apple Store, Regent Street, London, Yamaha will hold a Tenori-on workshop featuring Mr Yu Nishibori, the producer of Tenori-on.
This workshop presentation will help you discover how inspiring it can be to create a tune and then explore the hidden depths of Tenori-on. Covering the operational concepts, how use it on stage and its integration with the Mac, this session will inspire you to experience this new 'Tenori-on' way of music composition.
Six lucky members of the audience will also win a limited edition Tenori-on T-Shirt!
Friday 1st February - 7pm - Apple Store Theatre, Regent Street, London.
We look forward to seeing you there!
SWEET 16 FOR YAMAHA AS TENORI-ON IS NAMED AMONG WORLD’S TOP 25 MOST INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS
Tenori-on – has been named among the 25 Most Innovative Products of the Year by PCWorld.com, one of the web’s most trusted and authoritative reviewers of technology products that reaches an average of 6.3 million management-level technology buyers and users each month.
Reaching number 16 hot on the heels of the mass market Apple iPhone and Google Gear, PCWorld.com describes Tenori-on as an ‘Inspired and intuitive handheld instrument that redefines music-making and screams innovation,’ adding, ‘nothing else even comes close’.
A five year partnership with inventor and media artist Toshio Iwai led to the phenomenon that is TENORI-ON - a completely new concept in portable music-making and performance art and one of the most forward thinking instruments of our lifetime that puts all of the necessary tools for music creation right in the palm of your hand.
The TENORI-ON is a unique 16 x 16 LED button matrix performance controller with a stunning visual display. By operating and interacting with the LED buttons and the light they produce you gain access to the TENORI-ON's numerous performance capabilities that merge cutting edge digital music performance technology with the ability to create a stunning visual experience.
Pete Tong and Tenori-on
It looks like the latest high profile artist to become addicted to Tenori-on is Radio One's Pete Tong. In his weekly Fast Trax video programme reviewing the latest essential dance tunes Pete talks about his experience and addiction.... Check out his video review HERE.
Tenori-on available now!
Welcome to the official UK Tenori-on site. Following the world press launch in London, the incredible Tenori-on is now available directly from our online store or from selected locations listed in the dealer pages.
This site is designed to tell you everything you need to know about this unique interface, answer your questions and keep you informed about the latest Tenori-on developments. Please take time to explore the site and watch the tutorial movies. Welcome to Tenori-on.
London demonstration days
Come and experience the incredible Tenori-on Musical Interface at two special instore events at Turnkey, London.
On Saturday 24th November and Saturday 1st December, Yamaha Music Production will be on hand in store to demonstrate this incredible instrument and explain its applications. See how it will fit into your existing studio or performance setup. Talk to product specialists and other users of Tenori-on.
Demonstrations start from 11-30am and will run until 5pm. Limited quantities will be available for sale on the day of each event.
For further information : Turnkey, www.turnkey.co.uk, 114 - 116 Charing Cross Road, London.
Tenori-on inspires new directions, new music, new genres…
Tenori-on – the revolutionary new instrument that uniquely marries music and art – is inspiring musicians into as yet uncharted territory. And now the first album created entirely on the Tenori-on is available for free download - read more
Want to know more?
Do you have some questions about Tenori-on? Why not come along to the Tenori-on masterclass at Digital Village Clapham between midday and 5pm on Thursday 15th November. Register here for more information. Limited quantities will be available for sale on the day.
Come and experience Tenori-on at MusicLive!
The MusicLive Show in Birrmingham (2nd/3rd/4th November) is the perfect opportunity to come and experience Tenori-on. Come along and try one of these rare instruments. Talk to Product Specialists and even talk to Norman Fairbanks of www.normanfairbanks.com, the person behind the first album constructed solely on Tenori-on.
A handful of units will also be available for sale at the event so arrive early to avoid disappointment!
