Kodo: Luminance at Cal Performances

The awe-inspiring taiko drummers return with their earth-shattering sounds and astonishing choreography! One of the most beloved taiko 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 clim