The Tobin Center for the Performing Arts will present a performance by Kodo, the world-renowned taiko drumming ensemble. Celebrating their 40th anniversary, Kodo will present Warabe, a production that encapsulates the essence of their journey through rhythm and tradition.

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.

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.