Seras Saxophone Quartet 1st Tour in Tokyo
Business Overview
The Seras Saxophone Quartet 1st Tour in Tokyo was held with the aim of exploring the possibilities of the saxophone instrument while taking into account the framework of "reproduction art" that classical music has. Focusing on programming with an emphasis on French music, which is behind the development of classical saxophone, the author examined original works of quartets and contemporary works that premiered in Japan, and searched for new ways of expression that can be created only with limited compositions. For the main programs “Suite Dolly ” and“ Ma Mer Lois ”, the orchestra commissioned composer Koichi Ohashi to arrange the music, and by performing together with pianist Osamu Okada, who specializes in French works, the orchestra aimed to present a new musical expression different from orchestral works, making the most of the saxophone's playing technique and various tones.
- Period of Activity / Project
- Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Venues
- Gotanda Culture Center Music Hall (Ota Ward, Tokyo)
Profile
【Seras Saxophone Quartet】
An up-and-coming saxophone quartet formed in 2023. The group was formed after graduating from Senzoku Gakuen College of Music, Showa University of Music, Tokyo University of the Arts, and the graduate school of Senzoku University. Received the Excellence Award from the Kirarikamagaya 7th Artist Discovery Project. Winner of the Special Prize in Chamber Music at the Salzburg-Mozart International Chamber Music Competition in Tokyo 2025.
The name of the quartet "Seras" means "aurora" in Greek, meaning that they want to continue searching for music that shines and envelops the personalities of the four members in seven colors like aurora.