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Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Music Workshop (April, May 2021)

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  • Music ,
  • Kids / Youth ,
  • Workshop

Discover a whole new world broadening with music across all ages—from infants to adults

Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Music Workshop was created based on our wish for “as many people as possible to come enjoy the wonder of music without making large efforts!” Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Music Workshop is a program with an objective to foster thriving spirits through the development of both communication and self expression skills, via the raising of interest in music and the arts. As a public cultural institute, we wish to provide a comfortable space where people can come together to enjoy music.

Upon attending the workshop, please visit this link to go through our precautionary measures to help prevent the COVID-19 spread and notice to visitors.
Please note that there might be additional changes in the performance depending on decisions and orders by the Japanese and Tokyo Metropolitan Government and other governmental authorities.

Program

Monday, April 19 2021

“World Music Adventure”
Let’s go on a journey to explore world music with two expedition members!

[1] 10:30-11:15 (Check-in 10:00-10:20) 6-18 months, up to 2 companions
[2] 12:00-12:45 (Check-in 11:30-11:50) 19-35 months, up to 2 companions
[3] 15:00-15:45 (Check-in 14:30-14:50) Age 3-6 (Pre-school children), 1 companion (brief Japanese sign language provided)

Maximum number of participants: approx. 8 per class
Workshop Leaders: Shiori Sakurai, Ayako Noguchi (Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Workshop Leaders)


Saturday, April 24 2021

“One Day Session”
Let’s create music with the workshop leaders!

19:00-20:00 (Check-in 18:30-19:00) Elementary school students-Adults *There are no tickets for companions.

Maximum number of participants: approx. 20
Workshop Leaders: Megumi Anne, Oto Sakurai, Eriko Tsukamoto, Ayako Noguchi (Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Workshop Leaders)


Wednesday, May 12 2021

“Music flower”
Let the flower seeds sprout and grow into bloom with a help of the sun and rain fairies!

[1] 10:30-11:15 (Check-in 10:00-10:20) 6-18 months, up to 2 companions
[2] 12:00-12:45 (Check-in 11:30-11:50) 19-35 months, up to 2 companions
[3] 15:00-15:45 (Check-in 14:30-14:50) Age 3-4, 1 companion

Maximum number of participants: approx. 8 per class
Workshop Leaders: Megumi Anne, Akiko Watanabe (Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Workshop Leaders), Sunny (Workshop Leader)

“Kororin-Shan! Feel the Koto!”
Let’s enjoy music for Koto!

11:00-12:00 (Check-in 10:30-11:00) Age 18 and above (Free invitation for seniors aged 65 and above)
*There are no tickets for companions.

Maximum number of participants: approx. 30
Workshop Leaders: Natsuki Sakamoto, Nobutaka Yoshizawa (Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Workshop Leaders)


Thursday, May 27 2021

“Where is the cheese?”
Bon appétit! Enjoy your favorite dishes along with exquisite variety of music!

[1] 10:30-11:15 (Check-in 10:00-10:20) 6-18 months, up to 2 companions
[2] 12:00-12:45 (Check-in 11:30-11:50) 19-35 months, up to 2 companions
[3] 15:00-15:45 (Check-in 14:30-14:50) Age 3-4, 1 companion

Maximum number of participants: approx. 8 per class
Workshop Leaders: Tomoyo Sawada, Karin Furuhashi (Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Workshop Leaders)

“Shall we sing?”
Beginners and repeaters welcome! Find another you by singing and dancing with your flexible body and relaxing voice!

11:00-12:00 (Check-in 10:30-11:00) Age 50 and above (Free invitation for seniors aged 65 and above)
*There are no tickets for companions.

Maximum number of participants: approx. 20
*The workshop is programmed for persons aged 50 and above; however, adults aged 20 and up can also join.
Workshop Leaders: Yukako Takata, Akiko Watanabe (Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Workshop Leaders), Reiko Inagaki (Dance)

To caregivers

Each workshop is prepared only for the admission ages. Small children excluding the admission ages such as participants’ siblings are not allowed to attend the workshop. Your understanding would be highly appreciated.

Free Invitation

Seniors aged 65 and above are invited to the performance for free.

Workshops
Wednesday, May 12: “Kororin-Shan! Feel the Koto!”
Thursday, May 27: “Shall we sing?”

Application
“Kororin-Shan! Feel the Koto!”: Required to apply with reply-paid card by Thursday. April 22 (postmark deadline).
“Shall we sing?”: Required to apply with reply-paid card by Friday, May 7 (postmark deadline).
*Invitees will be determined by lot if the application number exceeds the limit.
*Transfer and resale of the invitation is prohibited.

Please fill out the reply-paid postcard as follows:
Sending-side/Address: Attn. ”Kororin-Shan! Feel the Koto!” or “Shall we sing?” invitation team, Production Section, Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, 110-8716
Sending-side/Back: Applicant information
1. ”Kororin-Shan! Feel the Koto!” or “Shall we sing?” 2. Number of participants (Up to 2 persons) 3. Name (both in Roman and Japanese phonetic alphabet) and age (65 and above) of all participants 4. The submitter’s name, postal code, address, and telephone number
Returning-side/Back: Blank
Returning-side/Front: Your postal code, address, and name

On participating in workshops

  • The workshop is conducted only in Japanese.
  • It requires some time for event insurance registration (the fee is included in the ticket). Please allow enough time to get into the venue. Late-comers are not allowed to enter once the workshop starts.
  • Photography and video recording may occur during the workshop for our publicity materials.
  • Check-in booth: Recital Hall or Meeting Room on the 4th floor (access from the stage door).
  • The admission ages are determined as of the actual date of the event.
  • Nursing room is available. (only classes for 6-18 months / 19-35 months)
  • Please join with easy-to-move outfits.
  • There are certain movements for a group of one child and one or more companions during some of the workshops. Please note that the staffs cannot assist in case 2 children participate with one companion.
  • The program is subject to change under certain circumstances.
  • Child care service is available. (Reservation and fee required. A limited number of children is accepted.)
    Event Child Care Service: Mother’s 0120-788-222
    For workshop on April 19: Reservation must be made by Monday, April 12, 17:00.
    For workshop on April 24: Reservation must be made by Friday, April 16, 17:00.
    For workshop on May 12: Reservation must be made by Friday, April 30, 17:00.
    For workshop on May 27: Reservation must be made by Thursday, May 20, 17:00.

Tickets

On Sale Date: Sunday, March 7 2021
550 yen (tax included)
*Companions (Middle school students or older) are required to purchase the tickets.
*We may verify your children’s age when you purchase the tickets or at the venue on the day of the event.

Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Box Office (Only available in person and by telephone)
Tel: 03-5685-0650

Contact

Tokyo Bunka Kaikan, Production Section
Tel: 03-3828-2111

Venues

Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Rehearsal Room, Recital Hall

Flyer

Credit

Organized by
Tokyo Metropolitan Government, Tokyo Bunka Kaikan/Arts Council Tokyo (Tokyo Metropolitan Foundation for History and Culture)
Cooperation
YAMAHA MUSIC JAPAN CO., LTD.
Endorsed by
Embassy of Portugal
Supported by
Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan