Kodo One Earth Tour: Warabe

In Japanese, the word “Kodo” holds a double meaning. It can be translated as “heartbeat,” the primal source of all rhythm. However, our group’s name is written with different characters, which mean “drum” and “child.” This reflects Kodo’s desire to play the drums with the simple heart of a child. For our 40th anniversary, we created two works based on our name: “Tsuzumi” takes its name and theme from the drum character, and “Warabe” from the child element.

In “Warabe,” Kodo looks to its classic repertoire and aesthetics from the ensemble’s early days. This production blends simple forms of taiko expression that celebrate the unique sound, resonance, and physicality synonymous with Kodo—forever children of the drum at heart.

[cliff]

you were fantastic at the show I saw on this tour, thanks for being so awesome

[Hyokano]

Went to the Palm Desert performance last week at McCallum Theater. It was a long-awaited opportunity and I’m so glad the timing was right 😊生で初めてみました。感動したわ。

[heartoflotus]

I look forward to seeing you at the Zellerbach Hall in Berkeley! Wishing you a wonderful and safe tour! 🙏

[guyblew]

That was very enjoyable short, thanks. The full performance had to have been very beautiful. 💖💖💖💖💖👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🤗🤗🤗🤗🤗

[ancaporosnicu]

Saw then in London at the Barbican and it was impressive❤

[AcidicLifestyle]

Uminari for some reason gives me Zoku vibes…