Prior to the 7th anniversary concert on Monday, July 15th (national holiday), the group began with a DUO rehearsal on Sunday, July 10th, followed by chamber music and string ensemble rehearsals in various locations, preparing for the big day.
At the open rehearsal on Thursday, July 7th, we performed the Brahms Sextet.
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The fact that it's an interactive event where you can hear the performers live is very interesting and stimulating.
I was surprised at how much I could deepen my understanding of the song by watching the rehearsal in person. I would definitely like to attend more concerts in the future if I have the chance. (Woman in her 50s)
It was interesting to see how the roles of each part were adjusted.
There were many things I couldn't understand just by listening to the concert, so it was fun. (Male, 60s)
Thank you for sharing your precious rehearsal with us again.
No matter how many times I experience the moment when a wonderful piece comes to life and the music continues to build, it's still an exciting experience. I'm even more excited about the concert on Monday. I have high expectations. (Female)
It was my first time to participate in an open rehearsal. It was a very interesting, fun and educational experience to see how an ensemble is completed.
I was impressed by Professor Ohyama's love for music, his attitude towards communicating with young musicians, the respect the young performers had for Professor Ohyama, and the respect the performers had for each other.
On Friday, July 7th, we had the opportunity to see a string ensemble at an open practice session open to Meguro Ward residents only.
Artists from all over the world will gather for this day and create music under the direction of Mr. Oyama.
Although it was a short time, Mr. Oyama had a dialogue in which he answered questions from the audience, and one of the attendees asked, "How many rehearsals has this been?" There is one more rehearsal to go before the actual performance.
Photo credit: Taira Tairadate
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Although music is something far removed from me and I can only listen to it, I have often attended concerts.
When I watched the rehearsal, I was amazed at how much detail they had discussed, and how they even made notes on the sheet music each time.
When the performance is going well, the musicians make eye contact with each other, smile, etc.
I think it would be nice if the actual concert (especially for children) was filled with smiles. Thank you for giving us such a fun and meaningful time.
It was my first time to listen to a performance from such a close distance, and I thought to myself, "I'm glad I came!"
I had been to concerts before, but I always listened to them as a finished whole, so this time I was keenly aware of the obvious fact that a performance is a wonderful combination of individual performances.
I applied thinking it would be something like a dress rehearsal, but it was a valuable opportunity to see and hear the process of creating the play. I imagine that, like Kabuki or opera, each person gathers in a fully-formed state and makes adjustments. I wish the performance a success.
