Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra 37th Takasaki Music Festival Unofficial

The Helsinki Philharmonic Orchestra, the most prestigious orchestra in Scandinavia with a long history and tradition, will make its first visit to Japan in 25 years under the baton of master conductor Jukka-Pekka Saraste. The orchestra, which has a deep connection with the composer, including the premiere of Sibelius' symphony, will take the audience on a journey into the majestic musical world of Northern Europe. The soloist is the popular young pianist Hayato Kakuno, who is active across genres based on his outstanding classical technique, and will fully demonstrate his talent in Prokofiev's Piano Concerto No. 3. This is a special evening where the stately sound of the historic orchestra intersects with the fresh sensibility of Kakuno, a leading figure in the contemporary music scene. Through the colorful masterpieces of Sibelius and Prokofiev, enjoy to your heart's content an unprecedented and supreme musical experience in Takasaki.