tiny desk concerts JAPAN

S2026 · E2 · 22 févr. 2026

CHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN Épisode 2

One of Tokyo's most talked-about emerging trios, CHO CO PA CO CHO CO QUIN QUIN, comes to tiny desk. Drawing inspiration from traditional music around the world, the group blends global folk elements with electronics and contemporary beats. Their sound captures the spirit of different places and cultures, reshaping them into vibrant, border-crossing pop. This special edition, tiny desk concerts JAPAN in schools, takes place at the trending "Geidai Room" of the Tokyo University of the Arts. Students and members of the local community gather for an intimate concert experience—bringing the tiny desk spirit into a uniquely Japanese setting. The performance also features special guest artists: Tabla virtuoso U-zhaan, Ghanaian percussionist Nii Tete Boye, and singer from Amami Ōshima, Hajime Chitose. From the rhythms of India and the energy of Africa to the island songs of Amami Ōshima, diverse musical traditions converge in one unforgettable concert. The room may be classroom-sized, but the