Join us this coming Sunday, March 11th for an adventure into famous Japanese children stories performed with unique pieces by Yui Kitamura! This 70 minute concert will feature beautiful original music for marimba & vibraphone, paired with narration of famous Japanese children stories. Long time percussionists Chihiro Shibayama and Maiko Hosoda will take on the role of bringing audiences into the wonderful world of Japanese folklore and children’s stories. Pieces such as 梅のにおい 夢野久作 “Umeno Nioi” by Kyusaku Yumeno (World Premiere), やまなし 宮沢賢治 “Yamanashi” by Kenji Miyazawa (U.S. Premiere), and more will be performed and narrated in the Japanese language with English subtitles. This mini concert is perfect for all families and beginner/intermediate-level Japanese language students!
*This concert is made possible in part by the Queens Council on the Arts with public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
