Maestro Stéphane Denève and the Saito Kinen Orchestra (SKO) have started rehearsals!
Maestro Denève is returning to the festival for the first time since 2013. He is happy to be back and honored to work with SKO, and also expressed his gratitude to the Festival Director Seiji Ozawa. The rehearsal started with Ravel's "Daphnis and Chloe" Suite 2. Mellow sounds from about 100 SKO members instantly filled the Kissei Bunka Hall. About 100 chorus members (OMF Chorus and Tokyo Opera Singers) will also join the SKO soon. We cannot wait for the exciting performance!

A small number of S and A seats are on sale for the orchestra concert only on the 25th (Friday). Tickets can be purchased on the day of the performance. 27th(Sunday) is sold out. Experience this great opportunity in person!