taiko tonight: kodo

from http://www.calperfs.com/:

Venue: Zellerbach Hall

"Superlatives don't really exist to convey the primal power and bravura beauty of Kodo," says the Chicago Tribune. The undisputed masters of the ancient art of taiko drumming, this revered ensemble is a global phenomenon, creating exhilarating soundscapes that cast a spell on sold-out audiences wherever Kodo appears. Performing in a centuries-old tradition of group drumming that utilizes handmade instruments of various sizes and timbres — from delicate bamboo flutes to the thunderous 800-pound o-daiko drum — the members of Kodo are known for both the musical and athletic dynamism of their performances, synthesizing thrilling sounds with the rigorous technique of martial arts.