CKSO 70th Anniversary Special

Celebrate CKSO’s 70th Anniversary Special with an unforgettable showcase by the Kyoto Symphony Orchestra under the masterful baton of conductor Kentaro Kawase, joined by the Kyoto Symphony Chorus. Experience a dazzling program that begins with John Rutter’s soaring “Gloria” (first movement) before immersing you in the lyrical world of Puccini’s *Madama Butterfly* with its haunting Humming Chorus. The concert then opens the legendary *Magic Flute* with a vibrant Overture by Mozart, followed by Stokowski’s electrifying rendition of Bach’s “Toccata and Fugue in D minor” (BWV 565). Feel the drama of Prokofiev’s “Romeo and Juliet” with the dramatic Suite No. 2 – Montagues and Capulets, then glide into the playful charm of Leroy Anderson’s “Belle of the Ball.” The evening shines with Ennio Morricone’s “The Mission” featuring the magical “Gabriel’s Oboe,” highlighted by the brilliant performance of Manami Fujimoto, Assistant Principal Oboist of CKSO. Finally, let Leonard Bernstein’s spirited “Symphonic Dances from West Side Story” bring the program to a triumphant close. Explore the full details and secure tickets for this landmark concert film—an extraordinary celebration of music, artistry, and CKSO’s storied legacy.