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201 4th St. SE
Suite 170
Rochester, MN 55901
Phone: 507-328-2200
Mon-Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Riverside Music Series
Est. 1992
30+ years running! Featuring must-see national acts and standout local opening artists, these free, un-ticketed outdoor music events are held on five consecutive Sunday evenings in downtown Rochester, Minnesota along the Zumbro River.
Stellar music, gorgeous green space, plus local food vendors and giveaways. These shows are for everyone, and we hope to see you in the park!
Save the dates - we'll see you next year! 2025 dates:
- July 13, 2025
- July 20, 2025
- July 27, 2025
- August 3, 2025
- August 10, 2025
Kodo
- Date: 02/22/2019 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
- Location: Mayo Civic Center - Presentation Hall
30 Civic Center Dr. SE
Rochester, Minnesota 55904
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ON SALE: 8/13 (Members) • 8/20 (Public),
PRICES: $31.75 (Members) • $35 (Public) - This production showcases the perpetual creative evolution of taiko performing arts ensemble Kodo under the artistic direction of Tamasaburo Bando. Exploring the limitless possibilities of the traditional Japanese drum, the taiko, Kodo is forging new directions for a vibrant living art-form. In Japanese the word “Kodo” conveys two meanings: Firstly, “heartbeat,” the primal source of all rhythm. The sound of the great taiko is said to resemble a mother’s heartbeat as felt in the womb, and it is no myth that babies are often lulled asleep by its thunderous vibrations. Secondly, read in a different way, the word can mean “children of the drum,” a reflection of Kodo’s desire to play the drums simply, with the heart of a child. - Ticket Url https://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/music-riverside-concerts/events/tickets/-fsiteid-1
- Artist Website URL https://www.kodo.or.jp/en/
“Riverside Concerts Presents” taiko performing arts ensemble KODO on Fri, Feb 22 at 7:30p at the Mayo Civic Center Presentation Hall in Rochester, MN.
ON SALE: 8/13 (Members) • 8/20 (Public)
PRICES: $31.75 (Members) • $35 (Public)
Sponsored by Davies Printing and Fox 47. Tickets at 507.328.2200 or online at ticketmaster.com.
ONE EARTH TOUR 2019 • EVOLUTION
This production showcases the perpetual creative evolution of taiko performing arts ensemble Kodo under the artistic direction of Tamasaburo Bando. Exploring the limitless possibilities of the traditional Japanese drum, the taiko, Kodo is forging new directions for a vibrant living art-form. In Japanese the word “Kodo” conveys two meanings: Firstly, “heartbeat,” the primal source of all rhythm. The sound of the great taiko is said to resemble a mother’s heartbeat as felt in the womb, and it is no myth that babies are often lulled asleep by its thunderous vibrations. Secondly, read in a different way, the word can mean “children of the drum,” a reflection of Kodo’s desire to play the drums simply, with the heart of a child.
Memberships and Ticket Packages can be purchased through Riverside Concerts only. Order by phone at 507-328-2200 or 800-657-3980 or in person at 201 4th St. SE, Suite 170 (City Hall). Tickets available at Riverside Concerts in City Hall (walk-in or by phone, no handling fees), the Mayo Civic Center Box Office (walk-in, no handling fees), and Ticketmaster (online).
Riverside Concerts (Rochester Music Dept.) is a department of the City of Rochester, MN Government.
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Down by the Riverside has been sponsored by Think Bank since 2008.
This activity is made possible by the voters of Minnesota through a Minnesota State Arts Board Operating Support grant, thanks to a legislative appropriation from the arts and cultural heritage fund.