Khabarovsk Hosts Rare Japanese Classical Music Concert on May 23
A special concert showcasing the works of ten Japanese composers will take place in Khabarovsk on May 23. The evening, organised under the artistic direction of Sergei Roldugin, will feature performances by eight musicians at the Khabarovsk Regional Philharmonic Hall. The programme centres around a unifying theme—the image of a bird.
The event begins at 5:00 PM and will present compositions by Takashi Yoshimatsu, Makoto Shinohara, Kawakami, Yubayashi, Fukuda, Yuasa, Takemitsu, Ono, Fujita, and Hosokawa. Several pieces in the first half of the concert draw inspiration from birds, reflecting the overarching theme.
Takashi Yoshimatsu, one of the featured composers, is recognised for his neo-Romantic style and rejection of rigid tonality. His works often incorporate 'avian' motifs, adding a poetic dimension to his music. Makoto Shinohara, another key figure in the programme, merges traditional Japanese aesthetics with Western avant-garde techniques across various instrumental compositions. The performers include Filipp Sozdatelev, Arseniy Gazizov, Pyotr Khudonogov, Roman Markepov, Alexei Shpakov, Alexander Bodosov, Georgy Akimov, and Fyodor Osver. Each brings their own interpretation to the evening’s diverse selection of works.
The concert offers a rare opportunity to experience a broad range of Japanese classical music in one programme. With a mix of traditional influences and modern experimentation, the performances will highlight both the technical skill of the musicians and the creativity of the composers. Tickets are available for the event at the Khabarovsk Regional Philharmonic Hall.
