A user-friendly classical music festival started in 2005, organized by Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall in cooperation with the Association of Japanese Symphony Orchestras.
Feature
1)
Various curtain times
The lineup includes events starting in midafternoon and as late as 8 p.m.
2)
User-friendly
Most of the orchestral events feature either an open rehearsal - providing the audience a chance to see how the music is made - or pre-performance talks by the conductors.
3)
Relaxing and engaging
Most concerts last only about 70 minutes, giving beginners a chance to experience the atmosphere, but still satisfying concertgoers' desire for musical wealth.
4)
Affordable ticket prices
Tickets come at affordable prices, from 1,000 yen to 5,000 yen at a maximum.
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Dates
July 21(Fri) to August 13(Sun)
Place
Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall and its annexed facilities
(Located near JR Kawasaki Station, a 15-minute train ride from Tokyo.)
Performing Artists
9 professional orchestras that are based in areas
around Tokyo, 2 Kawasaki-based University orchestras, along with
various artists, including the hall's advisors, Naomi Matsui (organ)
and Noriko Ogawa (piano).
Host
Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall
Supported by Japan Foundation for Regional Art-Activities
Special sponsorship provided by TOSHIBA
From the 2005 Festa
The Tokyo Symphony performs "Carmina Burana"
The Tokyo Philharmonic gives a rehearsal open to the public
Noriko Ogawa gives a special piano concert for children
