We are delighted to announce that our concert will take place on Sunday, November 8, at 6:45 PM at Yotsuya Civic Hall in Shinjuku.
This time, we will have a wonderful variety of instruments and performances, including piano, violin, viola, cello, and double bass.
And there is something particularly special about this time venue!
The piano at Yotsuya Civic Hall is a Bösendorfer Imperial, one of Bösendorfer’s finest and most prestigious concert grand pianos.
What a wonderful opportunity to enjoy its beautiful and magnificent sound!
I am especially looking forward to hearing everyone’s piano performances.
A New Challenge: String Quartets and Piano Trios!
This year, some of our students are taking on a new challenge by performing in string quartets and piano trios for the first time.
Our chamber music program includes:
- Mozart: String Quartet No. 14
- Haydn: Piano Trio No. 39
- Handel: The Arrival of the Queen of Sheba
Chamber music is a very different experience from playing solo.
Each musician is responsible for one individual part. Everyone needs to listen carefully to one another, communicate through music, and work together to create a beautiful harmony.
It requires not only musical skills but also teamwork, sensitivity, and a deeper understanding of musical structure and interpretation.
Our lessons have become even more interesting as we explore the music beyond individual notes and discover how all the parts come together.
It is wonderful to see everyone developing their musical awareness and enjoying the process of making music together.
Harmonia Ensemble Tokyo – Performing Together!
Our ensemble, Harmonia Ensemble Tokyo, will also perform three pieces:
- Handel: Hornpipe
- Anderson: Plink, Plank, Plunk!
- The Phantom of the Opera
Our repertoire continues to grow, from classical music to familiar and exciting musical theatre favorites.
There is something truly special about playing together. Each instrument contributes its own voice, and together we create something that none of us could achieve alone.
We are excited to share this experience on stage!
Solo Performances – Everyone Has Their Own Challenge
Our piano students have also been working hard, and I am looking forward to seeing how much they have grown through their performances.
Our violin and viola students are taking on their own musical challenges as well. Some will even be performing solo in public for the very first time!
Preparing a solo performance is not always easy.
It takes courage to work on a piece you have always dreamed of playing, to face difficult passages, and to keep going even when things do not come easily.
There are moments of frustration, self-doubt, and excitement along the way.
Watching everyone work so hard and make steady progress has been truly inspiring.
The Priceless Experience of Performing Music
Performing in front of an audience is a valuable experience.
It can be incredibly nerve-racking! It also gives us an opportunity to look honestly at our own abilities, recognize what we need to improve, and discover how much more we can achieve.
Sometimes, we may even find ourselves thinking:
“Is playing an instrument really this difficult?!”
But perhaps that is one of the most wonderful things about performing.
Through our own experiences, we begin to appreciate and respect the hard work, dedication, and courage behind every performance we hear.
And above all, there is the joy of making music.
The joy of practicing on our own, creating harmonies with friends, sharing music with family, and celebrating each other’s achievements.
These are the moments that make music such a meaningful part of our lives.
We hope this concert will be a memorable experience for all our performers, their families, and everyone who joins us.
Music brings us together. Let’s enjoy making music together!
We warmly invite you to join us and share this special evening.
Concert Information
- Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Time: 6:45 PM
- Venue: Yotsuya Civic Hall, Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Performers: Piano, Violin, Viola, Cello, and Double Bass
- Admission: Free
We look forward to seeing you there!