ZAKURO SHOW GLOBAL VOL.2 Spiritual Fusion

The special Zakuro event [ GLOBAL] is back! This year's feature program is even more unique, with surprises and special guests!ZAKURO SHOW

of the program is an intricate fusion of classical music and Japanese art performance. On the stage, the immortal masterpieces of Bach for solo violin will inspire a live performance by masters of calligraphy and sword martial art iaido.Part One

First, the stage will be taken by , a renowned violinist beloved by many Zakuro fans after last year's [Zakuro Show Global] Suntory Hall solo and collaboration performances. After that, we will welcome an international violinist - a special guest from Spain who came to Japan exclusively for the ZAKURO event. Don't miss the opportunity to hear this world-class violinist known for his faithful interpretation of Bach's music!Karen IsraelyanZohrab Tadevosyan

While the violin sings, you will immerse in a spiritual experience where Bach meets Japan's finest brush and sword. The first special guest is - a certified professor of calligraphy with the highest 10th dan in Shodo, and an internationally famous martial artist.William Reed

Next special guests are two masters of iaido. Master , the International Iaido Federation Hogyoku president, is the legitimate successor to the 340-year-old Mugairyu iaido license and a "modern-day samurai" who is attracting attention worldwide. Master , a holder of 6th Dan in the International Iaido Federation Hogyoku, is a winner of three All-Japan tournaments: Kata, Jiyu-kumitachi, and tameshi-giri.Hogyoku TakedaOgyoku Yasumura

of the concert program will bring you something different. The Japanese traditional instruments "" will claim the stage. Beloved and familiar to Zakuro Show fans, this group of Japan-best musicians prepared a special program where they will collaborate with Japanese dance and violin, in addition to popular pieces from their regular repertoire.Part TwoAioi Ensemble

For the first time at the ZAKURO SHOW, the ensemble will perform "Arenezumi". For this, they will be joined by "Nihon Buyo" special guests and from the Hanayagi school – the largest of the five major schools of Japanese dance.Genkurou HanayagiMikifuu Hanayagi

In addition, Aioi Ensemble and the guest violinist will perform a special arrangement of Brahms' piece together, providing an opportunity to discover the charm of Japanese instruments from a new perspective.

READ MORE about performers here!

A once-in-a-lifetime experience is waiting for you. Get your tickets!

We can't wait to see you at our concert!

Date: December 17, 2022 (Sat) Open doors 13:30/Starting 14:00

Venue: (Otemachi subway station Exit C2b)Nikkei Hall

[CONCERT PROGRAM]

PART ONE -VIOLIN & CALLIGRAPHY | IAIDO PERFORMANCE-

1.Sonata for solo violin No.1 in G minor - Adagio

J.S.Bach

2.Partita for Solo Violin No.2 in D minor

J.S.Bach

PART TWO -WAGAKKI & COLLABORATIONS-

1. Muika - Yutaka Makino

Wagakki

2. Arenezumi - Unknown composer

Wagakki, Japanese Dance

3. Soran Scherzo - Shingo Edo

Wagakki

4. Hungarian Dance No.5 In G Minor

J.Brahms

Wagakki & Violin collaboration

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