Where does orchestral music come from? Kanagawa Philharmonic members answer!
Have you ever been to an orchestra concert?
I'm interested, but I feel like classical music is somehow too difficult to get into...
I'm sure there are many people like that. But it would be a shame to avoid it because of rigid thinking! Orchestral music has a long history, so there are many different styles. There are also a wide variety of instruments, so there are many ways to enjoy it. It's not uncommon for the beautiful melodies and memorable sounds you're familiar with from background music to actually be masterpieces of classical music. If you have the right opportunity, you're sure to find wonderful music that suits your taste. First of all, don't you think that just learning about the history and characteristics of the instruments lined up on the stage can help you get a little closer to them?
We asked members of the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra , which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, about the appeal of music and their love for instruments.
Some people even sent us videos of themselves performing at home!
Take this opportunity to experience orchestral music, and if it piques your interest, then why not head to a concert venue?
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Please click on the pages below to read messages from the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra's Principal Conductor, Kentaro Kawase, and the members of the violin, cello, oboe, horn, and timpanist. Don't miss the special performance video!
