The Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra is gearing up for a busy spring and early summer season, with performances scheduled throughout March, April, and beyond. The orchestra, a cornerstone of the Kanagawa Prefecture’s cultural landscape, will be showcasing a diverse repertoire ranging from classical masterpieces to musical theatre favorites.
Classical Concerts on the Horizon
On , the orchestra presented the 410th Subscription Concert as part of the Minatomirai Series. The program featured Bizet’s Patrie Ouverture, Op. 19, Paganini’s Violin Concerto No. 1 in D major, Op. 6, and Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 in A major, Op. 90, often referred to as the “Italian” symphony. A second subscription concert was held on , as part of the Ongakudo Series, featuring Fauré’s Pavane, Op. 50, Françaix’s Clarinet Concerto, and Bizet’s Symphony in C major.
Looking ahead to March, the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra is scheduled to perform at Main Hall at Tsurumi Cultural Center (Salvia Hall) in Yokohama on . Further performances are planned for at Main Hall at Sagami Women’s University Green Hall in Sagamihara, and on at Machida Civic Hall in Machida.
A Musical Theatre Gala
In a departure from its traditional classical programming, the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra will present “Tokimeki no Musical,” an unofficial orchestral gala concert featuring numbers from “The Phantom of the Opera” and “Les Misérables” on . The performance, held at Showa University of Music Teatro Giglio Showa in Kanagawa, will star musical actor Akinori Nakagawa and vocalist Risei Uehara, under the baton of conductor Seiki Imura. The program will include selections such as the overture from “The Phantom of the Opera,” “Music of the Night” from the same musical, and “Song of the People” from “Les Misérables.”
The concert promises a lavish presentation, combining the voices of Nakagawa and Uehara with the full sound of the orchestra and sophisticated stage direction. The organizers emphasize that the content on the website providing information about this concert is machine-translated and may contain errors, advising attendees to confirm details with the organizers directly.
Shigeo Genda Returns to Machida
On , Honorary Conductor Shigeo Genda will lead the orchestra at Machida Civic Hall. The performance will feature local pianist Rina Takahashi as a guest artist. The program will include Schumann’s Piano Concerto in A minor, Op. 54, Beethoven’s Egmont Overture, Op. 84, and Beethoven’s Symphony No. 7 in A major, Op. 92.
Looking Ahead to the 2026-27 Season
The Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra has already released its concert schedule for the 2026-27 season, indicating a continued commitment to providing a diverse range of musical experiences for audiences in Kanagawa Prefecture and beyond. The orchestra was founded as the only professional orchestra closely connected to the local community, and continues to fulfill its mission of creating a vibrant musical culture throughout the region.
On , the orchestra will present a performance featuring violinist Mayu Kagawa and conductor Satoshi Awatuji at Main Hall at Tsurumi Cultural Center (Salvia Hall) in Yokohama.
The orchestra’s commitment to accessibility is evident in the information provided regarding Main Hall at Tsurumi Cultural Center, which notes the availability of wheelchair accessible seating, designated spaces with companion seating, elevator access, and assistive listening devices. Parking is available, though limited, and attendees are advised to arrive early.
