Japan Philharmonic 3rd Subscription Concert in Yokohama Unofficial

＜Thoughts on "Germany" - In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Japan Philharmonic Chorus

Brahms' "Deutsches Requiem" is a vocal work with a unique standpoint, using German words from the Old and New Testaments selected by the composer himself as lyrics. It is more universal and relevant to the people of today, avoiding religious dogma and anecdotal elements. The warmth and depth of Brahms' distinctive sound have been loved by people throughout the ages. This year's concert will feature this masterpiece in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Japan Philharmonic Chorus. The chorus will be conducted by Ryuichiro Sonoda, who has made remarkable achievements in the field of opera, and will be joined by soloists Ryoko Sunagawa and Kaz Hirano, two top artists in the contemporary Japanese vocal music world.