Kodo: LUMINANCE

Explore the beauty, power, and cultural richness of Japan’s taiko drumming tradition with one of its most beloved groups. Kodo explores the limitless possibilities of traditional Japanese drums with a practice rooted in their home of Sado Island. In Japanese, kodo can mean “heartbeat,” the primal source of all rhythm, as well as “children of the drum.”

This program includes signature pieces honed through decades of world tours, including the mighty O-daiko drum solo and climactic Yatai-bayashi finale. They also present new works by Kodo members and guest artists.

Please note: select moments of this performance will reach a high volume. If you have any concerns, please contact us beforehand, and if you would like to request earplugs, please see an usher at the performance.

Connections: Music, percussion, Japan