2026 Junior Orchestra Trial Class

This introductory course, which consistently attracts nearly 100 applicants—far exceeding its capacity—allows participants to learn together about performing in an orchestra, culminating in a performance on the final day. With an instrument-trying corner and basic instrument lessons available, even complete beginners are welcome to participate.
With designated pieces for both the beginner and intermediate courses—and the beginner course featuring arrangements that include parts specifically for beginners—everyone from novices to experienced musicians can fully enjoy playing in an orchestra at their own level.
Participants will learn not only how to perform but also about the basics of orchestras, try out various instruments, and experience conducting—covering a wide range of musical topics.
While applications are open to non-residents of Shinagawa Ward, if the number of applicants exceeds capacity, a lottery will be held, with priority given to Shinagawa Ward residents.

■ Dates: August 1 (Sat), 3 (Mon), and August 7 (Fri), 9 (Sun), and 11 (Tue, Holiday) [5 sessions total]
12:00–16:00 (Registration begins at 11:30)

■Venue: Gotanda Cultural Center Studio 1 and other locations
(7 minutes from “Fudomae” Station on the Tokyu Meguro Line)
https://shinagawa-gotanda-planetarium.com/access/

■Participation Fee: 4,999 yen (all 5 sessions)

■Program: Instrument tryouts / Orchestra experience / Conducting experience / Workshops / Concerts

■Eligibility: 4th-grade elementary students through 3rd-year high school students

■Capacity: 70 participants (If oversubscribed, participants will be selected by lottery)

■Instruments: Violin, viola, cello, double bass, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, French horn, trumpet, trombone, percussion

■Instructors: Masato Nagata (Conductor), Mikiko Yamanaka (Violin), Yurie Hashimoto (Violin), Rie Kogamino (Viola), Kanae Toki (Clarinet), Ryosuke Takai (trombone), Midori Osato (percussion), and others—a performance instruction staff of over 20 members per session, primarily consisting of professional musicians

■Program: Orchestra workshops, sectional rehearsals, ensemble practice, conducting experience, and a final recital

■Repertoire:
Beginner Level: Pachelbel: Canon
Intermediate Level: Borodin: Dance of the Polovtsians

■Organizer: Shinagawa Ward

■Operator: Shinagawa Junior Philharmonic Orchestra