Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra Promenade Concert No.419 Unofficial

German-born conductor Erina Yashima will make her Tokyo debut. After working as an assistant to Muti and Mehta, she became the principal conductor of the Komische Oper Berlin, and expectations are high for her first performance in Tokyo, where she has been active on the international stage. Performing with her will be Benjamin Groebner, a British pianist who has captivated the world with his accomplished technique and extraordinary musicianship. The talented pianist, who was selected as one of the 50 top pianists by Gramophone magazine, will perform Rachmaninoff's Piano Concerto No. 2. The program will begin with Smetana's magnificent "Moldau," followed by Rachmaninoff's masterpieces, and conclude with Dvorak's Symphony No. 8, a work to which Erina Yashima is devoted, making for a truly sumptuous program full of masterpieces. Please take this rare opportunity to enjoy the rich sound of the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra and the outstanding musicality of the two soloists. We promise you an unforgettable and moving experience.