Provides the deep, resonant drone of the didgeridoo, which often opens the piece.
Contributes both vocals and energetic harp playing.
You can find high-quality versions of this performance on platforms like Spotify and Deezer .
In live performances, the use of diverse instruments like the didgeridoo and the standing harp creates a striking visual contrast to Yanni’s traditional piano and keyboard setup.
Provides soaring vocal performances that add a melodic, atmospheric layer to the percussion. The "Live! The Concert Event" Era
"Rainmaker" is one of the most culturally diverse and high-energy performances in Yanni's repertoire, notably featured on his 2006 live album and DVD, Yanni Live! The Concert Event .
Recorded at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas, the version of "Rainmaker" from this concert is considered by many fans to be the definitive version. It represents Yanni's "Ethnicity" era, where he moved away from strictly orchestral arrangements toward a more percussive, world-music style.
The track is celebrated for its "Global Fusion" sound, bringing together virtuoso musicians from around the world to create a rhythmic, uplifting experience. Key collaborators frequently highlighted in this performance include:
