OMF Chamber Music Masterclass –Woodwind Ensemble– Tickets information
Aug. 9 (Fri) performance
Admission Tickets Distribution Start：13:00
Tickets for the Day Sales Start：13:30 [¥1,000（General Admisson）]
Alignment to enter the venue start：14:15
Door Open：14:30
Start：15:00
After two years since "Le nozze di Figaro" in 2022, Nodoka Okisawa returns, this time as the OMF Principal Guest Conductor. She began the rehearsal with R. Strauss's "Don Juan," following a message dedicating the performance to Maestro (Seiji Ozawa). For Okisawa, this piece holds special significance as she performed it in the finals of the competition she first won in Japan. "Unlike the panoramic feel of "Vier letzte Lieder," "Don Juan" is full of vibrant, blood-pumping energy. I thought it would be a good contrast," she explained. As promised, the powerful sound enveloped the hall like a living being.
At the opening press conference, Okisawa expressed her enthusiasm: "I believe the festival should remain a beacon of hope for the future. I am very conscious of 'connecting forward' through my performance. While valuing our journey so far, I want the audience to feel the excitement of embarking on new ventures."
Don't miss the new chapter of Okisawa × SKO!
The Orchestra Concert Program A will be held on Aug. 10 (Sat), and Aug. 11 (Sun). Tickets are on sale now!
The public viewing of the special event "A Tribute to Director Seiji Ozawa: Celebration of Seiji's Life," will take place on Aug. 17. The viewing will be held at two venues: the Matsumoto Castle Ninomaru Goten Ruins Square and the Shinmai MEDIA GARDEN Hall. No registration is required, and everyone is welcome to attend. Please join us!
Public Viewing (Live Streaming)
A Tribute to Director Seiji Ozawa: Celebration of Seiji's Life
Aug. 17 (Sat), 2024 19:00-20:00
Program details>>>
Venue: Matsumoto Castle Ninomaru Goten Ruins Square
Shinmai MEDIA GARDEN Hall
Admission: Free
Registration: Not required, please come directly to the venue.
Note: The event at the Matsumoto Castle Ninomaru Goten Ruins Square will be canceled in case of rain. If canceled, updates will be posted on the festival's official website and social media.
The Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival (OMF), previously known as the Saito Kinen Festival Matsumoto, has been led by Director Seiji Ozawa for over 30 years, significantly contributing to the musical culture of Nagano Prefecture and Matsumoto City. In 2024, the festival will celebrate his birthday on September 1st by designating it as "Seiji Ozawa Day."
This special event will feature performances by local citizens, including adult and children's choirs, and the festival band, along with the Seiji Ozawa Music Academy Orchestra. Fireworks will be set off to coincide with the end of the event. It aims to honor and celebrate Seiji Ozawa's contributions and to continue the musical legacy he has established. Residents of Nagano Prefecture are invited to attend this commemorative concert free of charge. Prior registration is required.
Sep. 1 (Sun), 2024 17:00
Kissei Bunka Hall (Nagano-ken Matsumoto Bunka Kaikan)
The program includes:
・Performances by local choirs and the festival band.
・A performance by the Seiji Ozawa Music Academy Orchestra.
・Special video screening.
・A dialogue session (TBC).
＜How to attend＞
〇Free of charge (advanced registration required)
〇Eligibility: Must be a Resident of Nagano Prefecture
〇Capacity: 1,000 people (If the number of applicants exceeds the capacity, attendees will be selected by lottery after the application period ends.)
〇How to Apply: Online application Apply here>>>
〇Application Period: Aug. 6 (Tue) 10:00 - Aug. 16 (Fri) 2024, Noon
〇Announcement of Results: Attendees will be notified via the delivery of "Invitation Tickets." (Scheduled to be sent on Aug. 21 (Wed).)
Organized by the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival Executive Committee, Saito Kinen Orchestra Foundation, and Matsumoto City International Music Festival Promotion Council
The OMF Chamber Music Masterclass -Wooodwind Ensemble- in Okushiga will be held on Aug. 7th.
This concert will be the final part of the 2024 "OMF Chamber Music Masterclass –Woodwind Ensemble–" Program*.
Admission is free, so please come enjoy the soaring musicianship of young artists while surrounded by nature at the best venue.
*This program is part of the "OMF Chamber Music Masterclass." Members of the Saito Kinen Orchestra will offer intensive training over the course of one week at Okushiga-Kogen to young artists selected by audition. These young musicians will participate in a week-long study camp, culminating in two recitals at Okushiga-Kogen and Matsumoto City.
OMF Chamber Music Masterclass –Woodwind Ensemble– in Okushiga flyer.pdf
◎ Please use public transportation!
Due to the renovation work of the "Air Water Arena Matsumoto (General Gymnasium)" located on the same premises as the "Kissei Bunka Hall" where the "Orchestra Concert" will be held, the number of parking spaces has been significantly reduced. We kindly ask for your cooperation in using public transportation.
Shuttle busses will be available for the Orchestra Concert Program A/B/C to and from Kissei Bunka Hall and Matsumoto Station.
Please note that the shuttle bus boarding point at Matsumoto Station has been changed from last year. Please check the details below.
◼️Shuttle Buss Schedule
Aug 10 (Sat) Orchestra Concert Program A
Aug 11 (Sun) Orchestra Concert Program A
Aug 17 (Sat) Orchestra Concert Program B
To Kissei Bunka Hall：HOTEL Ace Inn Matsumoto (Approximately 1 minutes on foot from Matsumoto Station Castle Exit (East Exit)) 13:00 / 13:15 / 14:00 / 14:15
To Matsumoto Station：Kissei Bunka Hall 17:00（Stops at Matsumoto Station Castle Exit）
Aug 16 (Fri) Orchestra Concert Program B
Aug 21 (Wed) Orchestra Concert Program C
To Kissei Bunka Hall：HOTEL Ace Inn Matsumoto (Approximately 1 minutes on foot from Matsumoto Station Castle Exit (East Exit)) 17:00 / 17:15 / 18:00 / 18:15
To Matsumoto Station：Kissei Bunka Hall 21:00（Stops at Matsumoto Station Castle Exit）
Aug 22 (Thu) Orchestra Concert Program C
To Kissei Bunka Hall：HOTEL Ace Inn Matsumoto (Approximately 1 minutes on foot from Matsumoto Station Castle Exit (East Exit)) 14:00 / 14:15 / 15:00 / 15:15
To Matsumoto Station：Kissei Bunka Hall 21:00（Stops at Matsumoto Station Castle Exit）
※ The boarding location before the performance has changed from last year.
(Last year) Matsumoto Station Alps Exit (West Exit)
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(This year) In front of Hotel Ace Inn Matsumoto (Approximately 1 minutes on foot from Matsumoto Station Castle Exit (East Exit))"
■HOTEL Ace Inn Matsumoto
Exit the ticket gate at Matsumoto Station and proceed to the right towards the Matsumoto Station Castle Exit. Go down the escalator at the end. After descending the escalator and exiting through the Matsumoto Station Castle Exit, proceed to the right. The path leads to the side of the hotel. The hotel faces the station square, and it takes about 1 minute on foot from the station exit.
https://www.ace-inn.net/location/
◼️Where to purchase the shuttle bus tickets
Matsumoto Station : Ticket stand can be found at HOTEL Ace Inn Matsumoto.
Kissei Bunka Hall : Ticket can be purchased 1 hour prior to the performance or during intermission in the hall lobby. You may also purchase tickets nearby the bus stop after the concert if there are any remaining bus tickets.
◼️Shuttle bus fares
Adult 250 Yen (Junior High school student and over)
Child 130 Yen (Elementary school student and under)
※Children under 6 years old is free of charge per 1 adult. More than 1 child under 6 years old per 1 adult will be charged for the child fare.
※Infant (under 1 year old) are free.
OMF Photo Exhibitions are now taking place at The Hachijuni Bank Gallery in Ote and MIDORI Matsumoto. The exhibition will also be held at the Kissei Bunka Hall throughout the festival dates.
■Festival Photo Exhibitions
The Hachijuni Bank Gallery
MIDORI MATSUMOTO
July 16 (Tue) - September 5 (Thu)
Kissei Bunka Hall (Nagano-ken Matsumoto Bunka Kaikan)
Throughout Festival dates
Exhibitions of photos from Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival / Saito Kinen Festival Matsumoto taken by official photographers Michiharu Okubo and Takeshi Yamada.
This year marks the 40th year since the memorial concert in 1984 led by Director Seiji Ozawa to commemorate the tenth anniversary of his mentor Hideo Saito’s passing, which in turn became the base for the creation of SKO. In commemoration, the Matsumoto City Museum organizes a photo exhibition on SKO and its activities including 64 photographs related to SKO and 46 CD jackets released by SKO. Additionally, during the exhibition period, a large billboard featuring Director Seiji Ozawa and SKO will be installed on the south side of the museum.
Matsumoto City Museum（2-21 Ote 3-chome, Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture）
Aug. 1 (Thu) – Sep. 4 (Wed) *Free admission
We look forward to welcoming you there.
One of the OMF open events which heralds the arrival of the festival season, the Welcome Concert “Harmony at the City of Music" take place at Shinmai MEDIA GARDEN Square on Aug 3 (Sat). Enjoy the beautiful and powerful voices of the SK Matsumoto Chorus and SK Matsumoto Junior Chorus.
◼️Welcome Concert "Harmony at the City of Music"
Aug. 3 (Sat) 10:30 - 12:00 (Free admission)
Shinmai MEDIA GARDEN Square (Address: 2-20-2 Chuo, Matsumoto City, Nagano)
*In case of rain: Shinmai MEDIA GARDEN Hall
As the Director of the Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival (OMF), Seiji Ozawa showed great love for the city of Matsumoto for over 30 years. His contributions led to the development of "Matsumoto—City of Music." In gratitude of his achievements, this year's festival will feature various commemorative events related to Seiji Ozawa.
On August 17, a special event titled "A Tribute to Director Seiji Ozawa: Celebration of Seiji's Life" will feature a performance by the Saito Kinen Orchestra. Additionally, the city will come alive with memorial flags, message boards at various locations, and illuminations at each venue and the Matsumoto City Museum to celebrate this occasion. We look forward to your participation.
Director Seiji Ozawa always expressed his gratitude to the people of Nagano Prefecture and Matsumoto City. To show our appreciation from the local OMF to Director Ozawa, and to celebrate his life with as many people as possible, we are hosting a special event "A Tribute to Director Seiji Ozawa." The Saito Kinen Orchestra, Seiji’s musical family, will perform under Nodoka Okisawa (OMF Principal Guest Conductor). Additionally, there will be a screening of specially edited footage, allowing us to reflect on the times spent with Director Ozawa.
We invite the citizens of Matsumoto City and Nagano Prefecture to attend this event for free of charge (advanced registration required). There will also be public viewings at two special venues in Matsumoto City. Details about the public viewings will be posted on the website soon.
Aug. 17 (Sat), 2024 19:00
Kissei Bunka Hall (Nagano-ken Matsumoto Bunka Kaikan)
Artists: Saito Kinen Orchestra, Nodoka Okisawa (OMF Principal Guest Conductor), and more
MC: Yumiko Udo
＜How to attend＞
〇Free of charge (advanced registration required)
〇Eligibility: Must be a Resident of Nagano Prefecture
〇Capacity: 1,000 people (If the number of applicants exceeds the capacity, attendees will be selected by lottery after the application period ends.)
〇How to Apply: Online application Apply here>>>
〇Application Period: July 24 (Wed) 10:00 - July 31 (Wed) 2024, Noon
〇Announcement of Results: Attendees will be notified via the delivery of "Invitation Tickets." (Scheduled to be sent on Aug. 2 (Fri).)
Presented by Saito Kinen Foundation / Seiji Ozawa Matsumoto Festival Executive Committee
In cooperation with the Saito Kinen Orchestra Foundation
Since its inauguration in 1992, Nagano residents welcomed the festival and its guests every year with a colorful parade going through historic downtown Matsumoto and ending in a joint concert with festival conductors in majestic Matsumoto castle’s garden.
This year's joint concert will feature a performance conducted by Nodoka Okisawa, OMF Principal Guest Conductor. Additionally, video footage of the late Director Seiji Ozawa will be projected on a large screen. Both performers and audience will share a moment of reflection on the enduring legacy and music of Director Ozawa.
Aug. 18 (Sun) 2024 Parade 9:00-* / Joint Performance 10:30-*
Parade: Matsumoto City, Matsumoto Castle Park
Joint Performance: National Treasure Matsumoto Castle
Conductor: Nodoka Okisawa (OMF Principal Guest Conductor)
* In case of rain: Kissei Bunka Hall (Nagano-ken Matsumoto Bunka Kaikan)
* The event time has been changed from the initial announcement.
During the festival, Matsumoto city will be adorned with OMF flags. In addition to the traditional OMF design (blue), three types of memorial flags for Director Seiji Ozawa will be displayed.
Message boards will be set up at various locations in the city for Matsumoto citizens, festival attendees, and tourists to leave messages for Director Seiji Ozawa.
Locations: Matsumoto City Museum of Art, Matsumoto City Museum, Shinmai MEDIA GARDEN, and others
Locations: Kissei Bunka Hall (Nagano-ken Matsumoto Bunka Kaikan), Matsumoto Performing Arts Centre, The Harmony Hall, and Matsumoto City Museum.
In collaboration with the Matsumoto Shopping Street Federation, classical music will be played throughout the city during the festival.