Hello! This is Takako Kumada
Happy New Year!
We had a wonderful time at our New Year Concert and Tea Party!
The concert began with a beautiful rendition of Pachelbel’s Canon, setting a warm and inviting tone for the afternoon.
Thank you, Henri and Mihori for joining our ensemble!
I’m so glad we could make this happen because of you.
We were honored to have the incredible Ms. Mihori as our guest musician.
She is truly a remarkable talent—an artist who seems capable of anything.
This time, she delighted us with a stunning solo piano performance.
Her skill as both a pianist and a composer is nothing short of phenomenal.
We also performed Mozart’s Violin & Viola Duo, tackling all three movements.
It was certainly a challenge, but Tomoko-san rose to the occasion splendidly. Bravo to her!
One of my personal highlights was playing Grieg’s Violin Sonata with my favorite pianist, Ms. Kaya.
Her profound and dynamic interpretation never fails to inspire me, and I’m always amazed by her dedication and diligence.
We concluded the concert on a high note with the Radetzky March.
It was such a fun and lively way to ring in the New Year together.
A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us!
After the music, we enjoyed a cozy Japanese tea party with delicious snacks.
We served matcha, traditional Japanese sweets, and fluffy chiffon cakes, creating the perfect atmosphere to relax and connect.
We’re already looking forward to continuing this tradition and making the New Year Concert and Tea Party an annual event.
Hope to see you there next year!