The 446th City Symphony Orchestra "Symphony Afternoon

The Ichikawa Symphony Orchestra (Ichikyo), based in Ichikawa City, Chiba Prefecture, will present Czech music.

Do you know where the Czech Republic is? It is located east of Germany and north of the Balkan Peninsula. Because of this location, the Czech Republic has been influenced by the western countries of Europe, while at the same time, it has nurtured its own music based on its own folk songs.

The first half of the concert will feature works by Smetana (1824-1884). The overture to "The Sold Bride" was written as an overture to an opera. Contrary to the title's slightly frightening image, the overture is from a popular opera with a happy ending. Next are "The High Castle" and "Moldau" from the symphonic poem "My Homeland. The motifs of "The High Castle" appear in "Moldau" as well. Why don't you try to find it while listening to the performance?

The second half of the concert will feature "Symphony No. 5" from the works of Dvořák (1841-1901). Dvořák was born about 40 years after Smetana. Why not listen to the piece while imagining the rich natural scenery of the Czech Republic?

Mr. Yoma Kaburaki will conduct. He has been involved with the City Symphony Orchestra as a rehearsal conductor, but this will be his first appearance at a concert. Please look forward to the music that Mr. Kaburaki will create.
Please enjoy a colorful afternoon with the rich sounds of the orchestra.