New Concert Series - OTO GA TATSU

Hello friends,

It has been a while since my last mailing. As I write this, a blizzard has descended upon New York City, schools are closed and the mayor has declared a weather emergency. It's gorgeous to experience from inside but I hope people are able to stay warm and safe…

I'm pleased to announce OTO GA TATSU, a once-a-month, four-part concert series starting this Saturday, February 6th at 6 pm (EST) with special guests each week.

First up is Wu Man. She is a virtuosic master of her instrument, the pipa, and almost single-handedly brought it from its home in thousands of years of traditional Chinese music to the great concert halls of the world, playing with all the major symphony orchestras along with the likes of Yo-Yo Ma and Kronos Quartet.

Guests for the next concerts will be Yuta Sumiyoshi from Kodo, Tamangoh, Takahashi Kaori and Semba Kiyohiko. There will be opportunites to ask questions and get to know me and the guests as well.

Tickets are $20 for a household or $15 if you subscribe to kaDON (a wonderful resource for studying Japanese music). Limited free tickets are available for those who can't afford it now but still want to enjoy good music.