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May 15, 2012

There has been a change to the band menber of Chris Botti's band.

>>Detail

Jan 20, 2012

Chris Botti Japan Tour 2012 -IMPRESSIONS- announced!

Presale Jan 20, 2012(Fri) ~ Feb 5, 2012 (Sun)
Onsale to The General Public: Feb 25, 2012(Sat)

Jun 7, 2012 (Thu) 19:00 Sapporo Concert Hall Kitara, Main Hall
Jun 9, 2012 (Sat) Kanazawa
Jun 10, 2012 (Sun) 14:00 International Conference Center Hiroshima, Phoenix Hall
Jun 12, 2012 (Tue) 19:00 Sunport Hall Takamatsu
Jun 13, 2012 (Wed) 19:00 ACROS Fukuoka
Jun 14, 2012 (Thu) 19:00 Aichi Prefectural Art Theater, Concert Hall
Jun 15, 2012 (Fri) 19:00 The Symphony Hall (Osaka)
Jun 16, 2012 (Sat) 14:00 Tokyo Dome City Hall(JCB Hall)

※Details of the Sapporo and Kanazawa performance are to be announced soon.

【Ticket】
For Tokyo, Aichi, Osaka, Hiroshima, Fukuoka performance
S Class: JPY10,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY8,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)

For Sapporo, Takamatsu performance
S Class: JPY9,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY8,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

Click here for further details

Dec 22, 2011

We have newly updated our Artist Page for British violin virtuososo, Nigel Kennedy!

Please check the link for detailed information on the band members, CD information, and so forth.

Click here for Nigel Kennedy's new artist page

Oct 20, 2011

Nigel Kennedy to perform in Japan for the first time in 5 years! Presale begins from Oct 21 (Fri)~

Nigel Kennedy presents Bach meets Fats Waller

World famous violinist, Nigel Kennedy,
presents a typically maverick musical programme celebrating
the music of Bach and Waller.

Presale:Oct 21 (Fri)~Oct 31 (Mon)
General Sale: Nov 19 (Sat)

Date:
Feb 20 (Mon) 19:00 Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall

Tickets:
S Class: JPY10,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY8,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY6,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
SS Class: JPY12,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)

Artists:
Nigel Kennedy - Violin
Jarek Smietana - Guitar
Yaron Stavi - Bass
Krzysztof Dziedzic - Drums

Programme
J.S. Bach: Sonata No.2 in A minor, BWV 1003

Oct 19, 2011

Tomomi Nishimoto with The National Symphony Orchestra of Belarus Presale begins Oct 21 (Fri)~

Piano: Alexander Lubyantsev

World renowned conductor Tomomi Nishimoto, together with Russian pianist Alexander Lubyantev recreates traditional Russian repertoires with an unprecedented and innovative sound!

Presale: Oct 21 (Fri)~Oct 31 (Mon)
General Sale:
Tokyo, Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka
Nov 19 (Sat)

Ehime, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, Fukui
Dec 10 (Sat)

Dates:

2012
Apr 7(Sat) 13:30 Aichi Prefectural Arts Theatre, Concert Hall
Apr 8(Sun) 13:30 Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall, Main Hall
Apr 12(Thu) 18:30 Ehime Prefectural Convention Hall, Main Hall
Apr 15(Sun) 14:00 Hiroshima City Bunka Koryu Kaikan
Apr 17(Tue) 19:00 Kumamoto Prefectural Theater
Apr 19(Thu) 19:00 iichiko Culture Center (Oita)
Apr 20(Wed) 19:00 ACROS Fukuoka Symphony Hall
Apr 21(Thu) 14:00 Medikit Arts Center, Isaac Stern Hall (Miyazaki)
Apr 26(Tue) 19:00 Harmony Hall Fukui, Main Hall
Apr 27(Wed) 19:00 The Symphony Hall (Osaka)
Apr 28(Thu) 14:00 Tokyo Opera City, Concert Hall
Apr 29(Fri/Holiday) 14:00 Suntory Hall, Main Hall

Tickets:
S Class: JPY12,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY10,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY8,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
C Class: JPY6,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
Student: JPY3,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)

For Aichi, Osaka, Fukuoka performances
S Class: JPY11,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY 9,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY 7,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
C Class: JPY 5,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
Student: JPY 3,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)

For Ehime, Okayama, Hiroshima, Kumamoto, Oita, Miyazaki, Fukui, performances
S Class: JPY9,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY8,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY6,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
C Class: JPY4,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
Student: JPY3,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Conductor: Tomomi Nishimoto
Piano: Alexander Lubyantsev
Orchestra: The National Symphony Orchestra of Belarus

【Programme】
■Programme A
Aichi, Ehime, Okayama, Kumamoto, Oita, Fukui, Tokyo (4/28)
・Rimsky-Korsakov : Capriccio Espagnol
・Tchaikovsky : Piano Concerto No.1 in B-flat minor, Op.23
・Brahms : Symphony No.1 in C minor Op.68

■Programme B
Yokohama, Hiroshima, Fukuoka, Miyazaki, Osaka, Tokyo(4/29)
・Rimsky-Korsakov: Capriccio Espagnol
・Rachmaninov : Piano concerto No.3 in D minor, Op.30
・Stravinsky : The Firebird
**Repertoire is subject to change.**

Click here for further details

Oct 17, 2011

Alexander Lubyantsev (piano) has been newly added to the Samon Promotion roster!

A Genius? Prodigy?
3rd prize winner of the 13th International Tchaikovsky Competiton

Expected to be a laurete once again at this year's 14th International Tchaikovsky Competition, Alexander Lubyantsev was at the center of attention following his unexpected early exist from the semi-finals.

An unprecedented press meeting was held shortly after, resulting in him being awarded the "Special Critic Prize"

He will be featured as a soloist in "Tomomi Nishimoto with The National Symphony Orchestra of Belarus" on their April 2012 tour in Japan.

Click here for further details

Oct 12, 2011

Korea's first Broadway Musical star, Sojung Lee's official homepage has been renewed!

Her homepage features her latest information such as music, videos, and photos, so please be sure to check it out!

Sojung Lee is scheduled to perform this December in the nationwide Christmas Adagio conducted by Tomomi Nishimoto, and also a solo performance in Tokyo.

Check the official site from here

Sep 15, 2011

Samon Promotion concert information to be featured on tomorrow's (Sept. 16th) nationwide newspapers, The Asahi Shimbun and The Yomiuri Shimbun.

The Asahi Shimbun has a total readership of 10 million, and The Yomiuri Shimbun has a total readership of 9 million.

Sep 7, 2011

Sumi Jo's performance at the Tokyo Opera City to be featured on NHK-FM Radio!

Sumi Jo's performance at the Tokyo Opera City held this June
will be featured on NHK-FM Radio this Ocotber!

Details:
Program: NHK-FM, Best of Classic
Date: Oct.24th Mon. 19:30-21:10

Please listen in and enjoy Sumi Jo's amazing coloratura voice!

Aug 31, 2011

Yeol Eum Son to release 2 CD's on September 7th (Wed)

Yeol Eum Son, the Silver prize winner of this year's International Tchaikovsky Competition will releae 2 CD's on September 7th (Wed)!


A collection of Chopin's etudes


A collaboration with Conductor Ruben Gazarian and the Wurttemberg Chamber Orchestra

Please be sure to check them out!

Aug 11, 2011

Tour Report for the Tchiakovsky International Competition and Philippe Jaroussky & Ensemble Artaserse Tour Uploaded!

We have newly uploaded tour reports for
the 14th International Tchaikovsky Competition where
Yeol Eum Son won second place,
and also for Philippe Jaroussky & Ensemble Artaserse's Japan Tour.

Many rare backstage photographs are featured, so please be sure to check it out!

Click here to see the Tour Reports

Jul 7, 2011

Yeol Eum Son Piano Recital date announced!

Yeol Eum Son, the 2nd prize winner of the 14th International Tchaikovsky Competition will have a Piano Recital in Tokyo.

Date:
November 6th, 2011 Start 17:00

Venue:
Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall

Tickets:
S seats: JPY5,000
A seats: JPY4,000

Click here for further details

Jul 1, 2011

Yeol Eum Son has won the Second Prize of the International Tchaikovsky Competition!!

Yeol Eum Son has won the Second Prize of the International Tchaikovsky Competition!! Congratulations!! We are so proud of you!

>>official site

Jun 20, 2011

Yeol Eum Son (piano) advances to the Second Round in the International Tchaikovsky Competition!

Yeol Eum Son has advanced to the Second Round of the International Tchaikovsky Competition!

The Second Round consists of two Phases -
the first is a recital, and the second is a performance of a concerto with a chamber orchestra.

The details of Yeol Eum Son's apperance in Phase 1 of the Second Round is as follows:

・Date
June 21st (Tue) 20:30-21:30 (Japan Time)

・Repertoire
Schumann—Humoresque, Op. 20
Kapustin—Variations, Op. 41
Shchedrin—Concert Etude, "Tchaikovsky Etude"
Liszt—Rhapsodie Espagnole, S.254

The performance will be broadcast online, so be sure to check it out!

Click here for the online broadcast

Jun 17, 2011

Yeol Eum Son (piano) scheduled to appear in the first round of the International Tchaikovsky Competition tomorrow!

Yeol Eum Son (piano) will appear in the first round
of the Tchaikovsky International Competition tomorrow!

Date: June 18th
Time: 1AM-2AM Midnight (Japan Time)

The entirety of the competition will be broadcast live
on the internet, so be sure to check it out!

Click here for the live broadcast

Jun 6, 2011

The entire program has been announced for the approaching tour for Sumi Jo's 2011 Recital!

【Program】
■Handel: Tornami a Vagheggiare from Alcina
■Paisiello: Nel cor piu non mi sento from La Molinara
■Vivaldi: Sposa son disprezzata from Bajazet
■Vivaldi: Agitata da due venti from Griselda
■Dell'Acqua: Villanelle
■Gounod: Sérénade
■Delibes: Les filles de Cadix Chanson espagnole
■Proch: Deh torna mio bene, Aria e variazioni, Op.164
■W.A.Mozart: Ach Mama, ich sag es dir
■W.A.Mozart: Wiegenlied KV 350
■Schubert: Die Forelle D550
■Schubert: Du bist die Ruh D776
■R.Strauss: Amor from Brentano songs, Op.68
■Mendelssohn: Scherzo in E minor, Op.16, No.2
■J.Strauss Jr.: Schwipslied from Eine nacht in Venedig
■J.Strauss Jr.: Wo die Zitronen blühn, Op.364
**Repertoire is subject to change**

>>Ticket information

Jun 1, 2011

Fuzjko Hemming's Tour Report for her performances in Paris and Mannheim Uploaded!

Fuzjko Hemming's Tour Report for her performances
in Paris and Mannheim are freshly uploaded!

The Tour Report covers special off-shots
of her performances in Paris and Mannheim,
that can only be seen on our website.

Please be sure to check it out!

Click here for the Tour Report

May 26, 2011

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio – Tokyo Opera City performance announced!

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio – Tokyo Opera City performance announced!

December 2011 – A Special Christmas Concert of musical numbers
Presented by the world-renowned maestro, Tomomi Nishimoto!
From solemn Adagios to popular musical gems,
Performing numerous orchestral masterpieces!

◆Pre-sale tickets go on sale: May 27, 2011 (Fri) – June 25, 2011 (Sun)
◆On sale to the general public: June 25, 2011 (Sat)

【Concert】
Dec 18, 2011 (Sun) 14:00 Tokyo Opera City

【Ticket】
S Class: JPY12,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY10,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY8,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
C Class: JPY6,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artist】
Tomomi Nishimoto(Conductor)
Lee Mead(Vocal)
Sojung Lee(Vocal)
Sinfonietta Cracovia

【Program】
Sylvester Levay: pieces from the musical “Elizabeth”
Remo Giazotto: Albinoni’s Adagio
Pietro Mascagni: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
Andrew Lloyd Webber: pieces from the musical “The Phantom of the Opera”
Giacomo Puccini: Intermezzo from Manon Lescaut

**Repertoire is subject to change**

for more information

May 25, 2011

Yeol Eum Son's Special Tchaikovsky Competition Blog Updated!

We have uploaded the special blog for
Yeol Eum Son's International Thcaikovsky Competition!

Find out all of the latest news available only on our blog!
・What are the winner's prizes?
・What are the rules and regulations for the program?
・PLUS:Which artist from our previous concerts has been awarded in a past performance?

Please check out our blog for all of the details!

To access our blog

May 25, 2011

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio - Iwaki Performance Cancelled

The Iwaki performance of Tomomi Nishimoto's Christmas Adagio
has been cancelled. Because of the effect of the recent
earthquake, it is uncertain whether the venue can be open to the public by December.

Dec 18, 2011 (Sun) 14:00 Iwaki Performing Arts Center

We apologize to all who were looking forward to this concert.
Thank you for your understanding

Feb 18, 2011

Feb 19, 2011 Tomotaka Okamoto TV Appearance Info!

Feb 19, 2011 Tomotaka Okamoto TV Appearance Info!

◎Fuji TV “Music on Saterday”
Feb.19th, 2011 (Sat) AM4:05~4:20

Jan 25, 2011

Jan 27, 2011 Tomotaka Okamoto TV Appearance Info!

◎NTV “Himitsu no Kenmin Show”
Jan. 27th, 2011 (Thu) 21:00~21:54

>>more information

Jan 21, 2011

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio Spectacular performers accounted!

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio Spectacular performers accounted!

Top Stars from the musical world come to showcase their talents as special guests! The first is new sensation Lee Mead, discovered by Andrew Lloyd Webber on a BBC audition program. He has since been in high demand throughout London, and is now performing in Wicked as Fiyero.
The second, Sojung Lee, was the first Korean to star on Broadway as Miss Saigon. She has also starred in several Disney musicals.

Don't miss the gorgeous stage by these brilliant musicians, brought together under the baton of world-class maestro Tomomi Nishimoto!


More information!

Sojung Lee (Vocal)
http://www.samonpromotion.com/jp/artist/detail.php?i=46

Lee Mead (Vocal)
http://www.samonpromotion.com/jp/artist/detail.php?i=159

Jan 21, 2011

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio Aomori, Fukushima performance announced!

December 2011 – A Special Christmas Concert of musical numbers
Presented by the world-renowned maestro, Tomomi Nishimoto!
From solemn Adagios to popular musical gems,
Performing numerous orchestral masterpieces!


◆Presale:Jan. 21 (Fri)~Feb.13 (Sun), 2011
◆On sale to the general public: Apr. 23, 2011 (Sat)

【Concerts】
Dec 17, 2011 (Sat) 16:30 Aomorishi bunka kaikan
Dec 18, 2011 (Sun) 14:00 Iwaki Performing Arts Center

【Ticket】
S Class: JPY9,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY7,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY5,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artist】
Nishimoto Tomomi(Conductor)
Lee Mead(Vocal)
Sojung Lee(Vocal)
Sinfonietta Cracovia

【Program】
Sylvester Levay: pieces from the musical “Elizabeth”
Remo Giazotto: Albinoni’s Adagio
Pietro Mascagni: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
Andrew Lloyd Webber: pieces from the musical “The Phantom of the Opera”
Giacomo Puccini: Intermezzo from Manon Lescaut

**Repertoire is subject to change**

>> more information

Jan 21, 2011

Ingrid Fuzjko Hemming Piano Solo Recital 2011 Now on Sale!

The soulful resonances of an eternal La Campanella
Returns for a long-awaited Solo Recital!
We bring you an exquisite moment full of lyrical melodies

◆On sales to the general public: Jan 22, 2011(Sat)

【Concerts】
Jun 5, 2011 (Sun) 14:00 Suntory Hall, Main Hall
Jun 26, 2011 (Sun) 14:00 Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall, Main Hall

【Ticket】
S Class: JPY 12,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY 10,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY 8,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)

*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Piano: Ingrid Fuzjko Hemming

【Program】
Liszt: La Campanella
and more

**Repertoire is subject to change**

>> more information

Jan 21, 2011

Mika Agematsu Arpa Concert 2011 Now on Sale!

Mika Agematsu brings you a taste of the Latin music world!

◆On sale to the general public: Jan 22, 2011(Sat)

【Concert】
Oct 29, 2011 (Sat) 14:00 Oji Hall (Ginza)
Oct 30, 2011 (Sun) 13:30 The Phoenix Hall (Osaka)

【Ticket】
JPY5,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)

**Children under the age of 6 are not permitted**

【Artists】
Mika Agematsu (Arpa)
Takaatsu Kinoshita (Folclore)
Other artists to be announced on the Samon website!

【Program】
Original pieces by Mika Agematsu, as well as songs from South America, home of Latin music!

>> more information

Jan 18, 2011

Tomotaka Okamoto 4/3Yokohama Concert be announced!!

Tomotaka Okamoto 4/3Yokohama Concert be announced!!
Presale: Jan 22, 2011(Sat) 10:00~

◆Presale: Jan 22(Sat)~Jan 30(Sun), 2011
◆On sale to the general public: Feb 5, 2011(Sat)

【Concerts】
Apr 3, 2011 (Sun) 13:30 Yokohama Minatomirai Hall, Main Hall

【Ticket】
JPY5,000(All seats reserved. Tax included)

*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Tomotaka Okamoto (Sopranista)
Jun Enomoto (Piano)
Guide

★☆Osaka concerts now on sale☆★
Jun 25, 2011(Sat) 13:30 Izumi Hall (Osaka)

>> more information

Jan 7, 2011

Chris Botti Live in Japan 2010 Tour Report has been uploaded!

Chris Botti Live in Japan 2010 Tour Report has been uploaded!

more information

Jan 7, 2011

Tomomi Nishimoto with Mischa Maisky Latvian National Symphony Orchestra Tour Report has been uploaded!

Tomomi Nishimoto with Mischa Maisky
Latvian National Symphony Orchestra Tour Report has been uploaded!

more information

Dec 28, 2010

Ingrid Fuzjko Hemming Piano Solo Recital 2011 Presale: 1/5, 2011 (Wed)~

Dec 28, 2010

Ingrid Fuzjko Hemming Piano Solo Recital 2011 announced!
Presale from 1/5, 2011 (Wed)10:00~1/16 (Sun)18:00

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The soulful resonances of an eternal La Campanella
Returns for a long-awaited Solo Recital!
We bring you an exquisite moment full of lyrical melodies

◆Presale: Jan. 5th, 2011 (Wed)10:00 ~ Jan. 16th, 2011 (Sun)18:00
◆Onsale to the general public: Jan. 22nd, 2011 (Sat)

2011
Jun 5th (Sun) 14:00 Suntory Hall (Tokyo)
Jun 26th (Sun) 14:00 Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall

【Ticket Prices】
S Class: JPY 12,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY 10,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY 8,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)

*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Piano: Ingrid Fuzjko Hemming

【Program】
Liszt: La Campanella
and more

**Repertoire is subject to change**

>> more information

Dec 28, 2010

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio announced! Presale from 1/7 (Fri)~

Dec 28, 2010

Tomomi Nishimoto Christmas Adagio announced! Presale from 1/7, 2011 (Fri)~

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December 2011 – A Special Christmas Concert of musical numbers
Presented by the world-renowned maestro, Tomomi Nishimoto!
From solemn Adagios to popular musical gems,
Performing numerous orchestral masterpieces!

◆Presale: Jan. 7th, 2011 (Fri) ~ Jan. 30th, 2011 (Sun)
◆Onsale to the general public: Feb. 26th, 2011 (Sat)
◆Mihara Concert Onsale to the general public: Apr. 23rd, 2011 (Sat)

2011
12/3 (Sat) 14:00 Tokorozawa Civic Cultural Centre Muse, Ark Hall
12/4 (Sun) 14:00 Suntory Hall, Main Hall
12/6 (Tue) 19:00 Mihara Performing Arts Center, Popolo
12/8 (Thu) 19:00 Aichi Prefectural Arts Theatre, Concert Hall
12/9 (Fri) 19:00 The Symphony Hall (Osaka)
12/10 (Sat) 14:00 Alpha Anabuki Hall, Grand Hall
12/11 (Sun) 13:30 Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall, Main Hall
12/15 (Thu) 19:00 Sapporo Concert Hall Kitara, Main Hall
※Aomorio,Iwaki and other concerts to be announced!

【Ticket Prices】
For Tokyo, Yokohama performances
S Class: JPY12,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY10,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY8,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
C Class: JPY6,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)

For Tokorozawa, Aichi, Osaka, Sapporo performances
S Class: JPY10,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY8,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY6,000 (all seats reserved, tax included)

For Mihara (Hiroshima), Kagawa performances
S Class: JPY9,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)
A Class: JPY7,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)
B Class: JPY5,500 (all seats reserved, tax included)

*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Tomomi Nishimoto (conductor)
Sinfonietta Cracovia
Special Guests

【Program】
Sylvester Levay: pieces from the musical “Elizabeth”
Remo Giazotto: Albinoni’s Adagio
Pietro Mascagni: Intermezzo from Cavalleria Rusticana
Andrew Lloyd Webber: pieces from the musical “The Phantom of the Opera”
Giacomo Puccini: Intermezzo from Manon Lescaut

**Repertoire is subject to change**

>>more infomation

Nov 9, 2010

Chris Botti - A special feature on JET STREAM

A special feature of Chris Botti will air on TOKYO FM's JET STREAM!
This feature will take place on the 11th and 12th, and will air many of Chris Botti's songs, so please make sure to tune in!!

2011, Thursday, November 11th.~Friday, November 12th 24:00~24:55
On TOKYO FM (FM 80.0Mhz), FM OSAKA (FM 85.1Mhz) JET STREAM

Homepage of JETSREAM :http://www.tfm.co.jp/jetstream/

Oct 14, 2010

Wonny Song Piano Recital announced! Presale from 10/15 (Fri)~10/24 (Sun)

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A pianist under the spotlight in Canada and the U.S.A.
A musical poet witholding both intelligence and passion will arrive for his first solo recital!!

◆Presale: Oct. 15th, 2010 (Fri) ~ Oct. 24th, 2010 (Sun)
◆Onsale to the general public: Nov. 20th, 2010 (Sat)

2011
April 14th (Thu) 19:00 Oji Hall (Tokyo)
April 16th (Sat) 13:30 The Phoenix Hall (Osaka)
April 19th (Tue) 19:00 Denki Bunka Kaikan The Concert Hall (Nagoya)

【Ticket Prices】
Tokyo:¥5,000

Osaka, Nagoya:¥4,500
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Piano: Wonny Song

【Program】
Debussy: Ile Loyeuse
Ravel: Pavane for a Dead Princess
Chopin: Barcarolle
Gershwin: Rhapsody in Blue

**Repertoire is subject to change**

>>more information

Oct 8, 2010

Tomotaka Okamoto's Osaka Concert Presale! 10/8 (fri)~10/24 (Sun)

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Tomotaka Okamoto’s Osaka Concert Announced! Presale: 10/8 (Fri)~10/24 (Sun)

The miraculous voice of a sopranista, softly moving all who hear it…

◆ Presale: Oct. 8th (Wed) ~ Oct. 24th (Sun)
◆ Onsale to the general public: Nov. 20th (Sat)

【Performance Date】
Jun 25th, 2011 (Sat) 13:30 (Doors Open 13:00) Izumi Hall (Osaka)

【Ticket Prices】
S class ¥5,500 A class ¥4,500
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 not permitted

【Artists】
Tomotaka Okamoto (Sopranista)
Tadayuki Kawahara (Piano)
Music Guide

【Program】
Cacchini: Ave Maria
Pucchini: Nessun dorma (from Turandot)
Verdi: Pace, pace, mio dio!
Masaharu Fukuyama: Michishirube
Japanese Traditional Songs etc.
**Repertoire is subject to change**

>>more information

Oct 1, 2010

Tomomi Nishimoto to appear on “Tetsuko no Heya” on 10/15!

Tomomi Nishimoto to appear on “Tetsuko no Heya” on 10/15!

The Tomomi Nishimoto who will perform her first U.S. tour and a 19-concert Japan tour this autumn, will appear on the popular “Tetsuko no Heya” show!
Topics include her recent performance in Riga with Mischa Maisky, her thoughts on her US debut tour, and her expectations for the upcoming Japan tour.

【Program Details】
TV Asahi
“Testuko no Heya”
Oct. 15 (Fri) 1:20pm~1:55

Sep 27, 2010

Sumi Jo Recital 2011 Aichi & Fukuoka concerts announced! Presale from 9/28 (Tue) ~10/7(Thur)

Sumi Jo Recital 2011

Hailed as “a voice from above” by the late Herbert von Karajan,
The celebrated soprano who enchanted Japan throughout her nationwide tour in June returns in 2011 for a recital tour!
The world-class diva from Asia showcases her stunningly beautiful voice!

◆Tickets go on sale to general public:
Nagoya: Oct. 16, 2010 (Sat.)
Fukuoka: Oct. 23, 2010 (Sat)

【Concert Schedule】
2011.6.16 (Thur) 19:00 Aichi Arts Theatre Concert Hall
2011.6.28 (Tue) 19:00 Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall

【Ticket Prices】
Platinum Class: ¥13,000 / S Class: ¥10,000 / A Class: ¥8,000 / B Class: ¥6,000
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Soprano: Sumi Jo
Piano: Vincenzo Scalera

【Program】
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Ah! vous dirai-je, maman
Franz Peter Schubert: Heidenröslein Op.3-3 D.257, Wiegenlied Op.98-2, D.498
Felix Mendelssohn: Auf Flügeln des Gesanges Op. 34-2
Johannes Brahms: Wiegenlied Op. 49-4
Robert Schumann: Widmung Op. 25-1
Ludwig van Beethoven: Ich Liebe Dich WoO 123
**Repertoire is subject to change**

>>more information

Sep 27, 2010

Sumi Jo with Tomomi Nishimoto IN CONCERT An excerpt from the bonus DVD on this CD has been uploaded onto the Samon website!!

An excerpt from the bonus DVD on this CD has been uploaded onto the Samon website!!

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Sep 17, 2010

Sumi Jo Recital 2011 On Sale to the General Public 9/18 (Sat) 10:00~

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Sumi Jo Recital 2011
Hailed as “a voice from above” by the late Herbert von Karajan,
The celebrated soprano who enchanted Japan throughout her nationwide tour in June returns in 2011 for a recital tour!
The world-class diva from Asia showcases her stunningly beautiful voice!

◆Tickets go on sale to general public: Sept.18th, 2010 (Sat.)

【Concert Schedule】
2011.6.19 (Sun) 13:30 Sapporo Concert Hall Kitara, Main Hall
2011.6.21 (Tue) 19:00 Izumity 21, Main Hall
2011.6.26 (Sun) 14:00 Tokyo Opera City, Concert Hall
2011.6.30 (Thu) 19:00 The Symphony Hall (Osaka)

【Ticket Prices】
<Tokyo>
Platinum Class: ¥15,000 / S Class: ¥12,000 / A Class: ¥10,000 / B Class: ¥8,000
<Sapporo, Sendai, and Osaka>
Platinum Class: ¥13,000 / S Class: ¥10,000 / A Class: ¥8,000 / B Class: ¥6,000
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Soprano: Sumi Jo
Piano: Vincenzo Scalera

【Program】
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Ah! vous dirai-je, maman
Franz Peter Schubert: Heidenröslein Op.3-3 D.257, Wiegenlied Op.98-2, D.498
Felix Mendelssohn: Auf Flügeln des Gesanges Op. 34-2
Johannes Brahms: Wiegenlied Op. 49-4
Robert Schumann: Widmung Op. 25-1
Ludwig van Beethoven: Ich Liebe Dich WoO 123
**Repertoire is subject to change**

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Sep 16, 2010

Samon Promotion is now on Twitter and Facebook!

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★The official Samon Facebook page is now open!!
We are now a part of the social networking site that took the world by storm!
http://ja-jp.facebook.com/pages/Osaka-Japan/Samon-Promotion-Inc/159096330771536?ref=sgm

Along with our brand-new website, we will keep this Facebook page up-to-date with the latest information, as well as behind the scenes photos and videos.
This will also be a ground for communication between other fans and the Samon staff.
Why don’t you join our community and share in the excitement?

[A request from Samon]
Become a fan of our page by clicking the “Like” button!
Let’s work together to keep this site active!]


★The official Samon Twitter account is now open!!
http://twitter.com/samonpromotion

We’ll tweet the newest information on our concerts and artists, as well as little tidbits from the Samon staff! Know the little staff secrets before anyone else!
Please “Follow” us!

Sep 9, 2010

Red Priest concert dates announced!! Pre-sales: 9/10 (Fri) ~ 9/26 (Sun)

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Bizarre Baroque Band, Red Priest!!
An ensemble composed of Recorder, Violin, Cello, and Cembalo players
Creates a wild, extraordinary stage beyond your wildest imagination!

◆Presale: Sep. 10th (Fri) ~ Sep. 26th (Sat) 2010
◆Onsale to the general public:Nov.20th (Sat)

【Concert Schedule】
2011
Apr. 2nd (Sat) 13:00 Sapporo Concert Hall Kitara Small Hall
Apr. 3rd (Sun) 14:00 Yamagata Tersa Hall
Apr. 5th (Tue) 19:00 Izumity 21, Small Hall
Apr. 7th (Thur) 19:00 Denki Bunka Kaikan Concert Hall (Nagoya)
Apr. 9th (Sat) 14:00 Izumi Hall (Osaka)
Apr. 10th (Sun) 14:00 Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall

【Ticket Prices】
¥5,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Program】
Pieces by Bach, Vivaldi, etc.

Sep 9, 2010

Aichi and Fukuoka concert dates announced! Pre-sales: 9/10 (Fri) ~ 9/26 (Sun)

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The Soprano with the voice which Karajan praised as “a gift from God”
Brings her stunningly beautiful voice back to Japan for a long-awaited 2011 Recital Tour!

◆Presale: Sep. 10th, 2010 (Fri) ~ Sep. 26th, 2010 (Sun)
◆Onsale to the general public: [Nagoya] Oct. 16th, 2010(Sat) [Fukuoka] Oct. 23rd, 2010 (Sat)

2011
June 16th (Thur) 19:00 Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater Concert Hall
June 28th (Tue) 19:00 Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall
** Members of the Fukuoka hall will be contacted at a later date for further information on Presales.

【Ticket Prices】
S Class:¥10,000 / A Class:¥8,000 / B Class:¥6,000 / Platinum Class:¥13,000
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Conductor: Tomomi Nishimoto
Cello: Mischa Maisky
Orchestra: Latvian National Symphony Orchestra

【Program】
Wagner: Prelude to Act 1 from the opera Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104, B. 191
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Pathétique, Op. 74
-or- Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47
**Repertoire is subject to change**

Sep 9, 2010

Tomotaka Okamoto TV Appearance Info!

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◎NHK BS2 DoReMiFa Wonderland
Sep. 11th, 2010 (Sat) 22:00~22:59

Aug 27, 2010

Mischa Maisky interview and performance to air on internet radio!

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Mischa Maisky interview and performance to air on internet radio!
Date/Time: August 28th (Sat.) 10:00~11:00
Program: Internet Radio OTTAVA
Program Homepage:http://ottava.jp/index.html

Personality Blog:http://blog.ottava.jp/ottava_amoroso_wk/

Aug 17, 2010

Sumi Jo dates set for recitals in 2011! Pre-reserved tickets on sale from September 3rd (Fri.) 10:00~ September 12th (Sun.) 18:00

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Sumi Jo Recital 2011
Hailed as “a voice from above” by the late Herbert von Karajan,
The celebrated soprano who enchanted Japan throughout her nationwide tour in June returns in 2011 for a recital tour!
The world-class diva from Asia showcases her stunningly beautiful voice!

◆Presale : Sept.3rd 2010 (Fri.)~Sept.12th 2010 (Sun.)
◆Tickets go on sale to general public: Sept.18th, 2010 (Sat.)

【Concert Schedule】
2011.6.19 (Sun) 13:30 Sapporo Concert Hall Kitara, Main Hall
2011.6.21 (Tue) 19:00 Izumity 21, Main Hall
2011.6.26 (Sun) 14:00 Tokyo Opera City, Concert Hall
2011.6.30 (Thu) 19:00 The Symphony Hall (Osaka)
*Dates for Aichi and Fukuoka will be announced shortly
*Members of the Kitara Club will be contacted by the hall for further information.

【Ticket Prices】
<Tokyo>
Platinum Class: ¥ 15,000 S Class: ¥ 12,000 A Class: ¥ 10,000 B Class: ¥ 8,000
<Sapporo, Sendai, and Osaka>
Platinum Class: ¥ 13,000 S Class: ¥ 10,000 A Class: ¥ 8,000 B Class: ¥ 6,000
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Soprano: Sumi Jo
Piano: Vincenzo Scalera

【Program】
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Ah! vous dirai-je, maman
Franz Peter Schubert: Heidenröslein Op.3-3 D.257, Wiegenlied Op.98-2, D.498
Felix Mendelssohn: Auf Flügeln des Gesanges Op. 34-2
Johannes Brahms: Wiegenlied Op. 49-4
Robert Schumann: Widmung Op. 25-1
Ludwig van Beethoven: Ich Liebe Dich WoO 123
**Repertoire is subject to change**

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Jul 14, 2010

Chris Botti Live in Japan 2010! All-star band members announced. Tickets go on sale July 17th (Sat.) 10:00.

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Chris Botti Live in Japan 2010
The smooth jazz sound that continues to charm audiences around the world!
The leading trumpeter of our time and his first-class band
Back in Japan for an unparalleled stage that transcends genre!

◆Tickets go on sale: July 17th, 2010 (Sat)
【Concert Schedule】
2010.12.6 (Mon) 19:00 The Symphony Hall (Osaka)
2010.12.7 (Tue) 19:00 Kobe Bunka Hall Main Hall
2010.12.9 (Thu) 19:00 Tokyo International Forum Hall A
2010.12.10 (Fri) 19:00 Yokosuka Arts Theatre

【Ticket Prices】
S Class: ¥ 7,000 A Class: ¥ 6,000
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Trumpet: Chris Botti
Drums: Billy Kilson
Guitar: Mark Whitfield
Piano: Billy Childs
Bass: Carlos Henriquez
Vocals: Lisa Fischer

【TV Appearances】
Collaboration with artists such as Sting and Yo-Yo Ma! Airing in its complete edition.
Date/Time: July 24th (Sat) 14:00~16:00
Program: Chris Botti in Boston complete edition (5.1 Surround Sound)
Broadcast by: NHK BS-hi

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Jul 12, 2010

Tomomi Nishimoto with Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra Japan Tour 2010 Check out our newly updated Staff Journal!

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Tomomi Nishimoto with Lithuanian National Symphony Orchestra Japan Tour 2010
Check out our newly updated Staff Journal!

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Jul 1, 2010

Ensemble Berlin concert dates set!

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Ensemble Berlin
Melodies ~From Mozart to Movie Soundtracks~

The Ensemble comprised of members from the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, the world’s most famous orchestra!
Come enjoy exquisite music in an intimate and relaxed atmosphere!

【Concert Schedule】
2010.10.21 (Thurs) 19:00 (Doors Open 18:30) Nikkei Hall
Presented by: Nikkei Hall

【Ticket Prices】
¥ 6,000 (All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 not permitted

【Artists】
Ensemble Berlin
[Members]
Philipp Bohnen (Violin 1)
Christoph von der Nahmer (Violin 2)
Martin von der Nahmer (Viola)
Clemens Weigel (Cello)
Ulrich Wolff (Contrabass)
Christoph Hartmann (Oboe)
Mor Biron (Bassoon)

【Program】
Mozart: Overture, “The Queen of the Night” from The Magic Flute
Piazolla: Le Grand Tango
Morricone: “Gabriel’s Oboe” from The Mission etc.
**Repertoire is subject to change**

◆Tickets go on sale: July 2nd, 2010 (Fri)

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Jun 24, 2010

Tomomi Nishimoto with Latvian National Symphony Orchestra

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Tomomi Nishimoto with Latvian National Symphony Orchestra

Tomomi Nishimoto presenting masterpieces with the classic and historical Latvian National Symphony Orchestra!

◆Tickets go on sale: June 26th (Sat)

【Concert Schedule】
2010.11.27 (Sat) 14:00 Utsunomiya-city Cultural Hall, Main Hall
2010.12.02 (Thu) 19:00 Suntory Hall Main Hall
2010.12.03 (Fri) 19:00 Yamanashi Prefectural Citizen’s Culture Hall Main Hall

【Ticket Prices】

S Class: ¥ 10,000 A Class: ¥ 8,000 B Class: ¥ 6,000 Platinum Class: ¥ 12,000

S Class: ¥ 9,000 A Class: ¥ 8,000 B Class: ¥ 7,000 C Class: ¥ 6,000
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Conductor: Tomomi Nishimoto
Orchestra: Latvian National Symphony Orchestra

【Program】
Borodin: Polovtsian Dances from the opera Prince Igor
Ravel: Pavane pour une infante défunte
Debussy: Petite Suite
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Pathétique, Op. 74
-or- Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47
**Repertoire is subject to change**

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Jun 24, 2010

Tickets for Tomomi Nishimoto with Mischa Maisky and the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra go on sale June 26th (Sat.)

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Tomomi Nishimoto with Mischa Maisky
Orchestra: Latvian National Symphony Orchestra

Internationally distinguished Cellist, Mischa Maisky
Presents a passionate Dvorak Concerto with the orchestra of his homeland!

◆Tickets go on sale: June 26th (Sat.)

【Concert Schedule】
2010.11.21 (Sun) 14:00 Alpha Anabuki Hall Grand Hall*
2010.11.22 (Mon) 19:00 Okayama Symphony Hall*
2010.11.23 (Tue/Holiday) 14:00 Hiroshimashi Bunka Koryu Kaikan
2010.11.24 (Wed) 19:00 Acros Fukuoka Symphony Hall*
2010.11.25 (Thu) 19:00 Kyoto Concert Hall Main Hall
2010.11.26 (Fri) 19:00 The Symphony Hall (Osaka)
2010.11.28 (Sun) 13:00 Sapporo Concert Hall Kitara Main Hall
2010.12.01 (Wed) 19:00 Chiba Prefectural Culture Hall Main Hall
2010.12.04 (Sat) 14:00 Tokorozawa Civic Cultural Centre Muse Ark Hall*
2010.12.05 (Sun) 14:00 Tokyo Bunka Kaikan Main Hall
2010.12.08 (Wed) 19:00 Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater Concert Hall
2010.12.09 (Thu) 19:00 Niigata-City Performing Arts Center Ryutopia Concert Hall
2010.12.10 (Fri) 19:00 Gunma Music Center
2010.12.11 (Sat) 13:30 Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall Main Hall*

*Members of the Kagawa, Okayama, Fukuoka, Tokorozawa, and Yokohama halls will be contacted by the respective halls for further information.

【Ticket Prices】

S Class: ¥ 13,000 A Class: ¥ 11,000 B Class: ¥ 9,000 C Class: ¥ 7,000 Platinum Class: ¥ 15,000

S Class: ¥ 12,000 A Class: ¥ 10,000 B Class: ¥ 8,000 C Class: ¥ 6,000 Platinum Class: ¥ 14,000

S Class: ¥11,000 A Class: ¥9,000 B Class: ¥7,000 C Class: ¥5,000 Platinum Class: ¥13,000
(All seats reserved, tax included)
*Children under the age of 6 are not permitted.

【Artists】
Conductor: Tomomi Nishimoto
Cello: Mischa Maisky
Orchestra: Latvian National Symphony Orchestra

【Program】
Wagner: Prelude to Act 1 from the opera Die Meistersinger von Nürnberg
Dvořák: Cello Concerto in B minor, Op. 104, B. 191
Tchaikovsky: Symphony No. 6 in B minor, Pathétique, Op. 74
-or- Shostakovich: Symphony No. 5 in D minor, Op. 47
**Repertoire is subject to change**

>>more information

Jun 2, 2010

Sumi Jo with Tomomi Nishimoto IN CONCERT - CD Release Info

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Tomomi Nishimoto and Sumi Jo’s first collaboration album now on sale!
To kick off the 12-concert tour starting on June 3rd,
A luxurious recording of the tour program will be released June 2nd!
This album will be sold on the Samon Promotion website, and at the merchandise corner of concert venues.

Sumi Jo, a favorite of Karajan’s and a regular at all of the major opera houses in the world, and Tomomi Nishimoto, a conductor who began her career in Russia and is recently gaining popularity in Europe, will collaborate for the first time!
Sumi Jo showcases her stunning voice under the direction of Tomomi Nishimoto, who calls opera her specialty.
The first half will feature Sumi Jo singing opera arias, while the second half includes all of “Pictures at an Exhibition.”

Sumi Jo & Tomomi Nishimoto IN CONCERT CD+DVD : UCCG-9976 ¥3,500 (¥3,333)
Deutsch Grammophone [On Sale June 2nd, 2010]
**Includes a bonus DVD with rehearsal scenes, and interviews with Tomomi Nishimoto and Sumi Jo

【Track List】
・J. Strauss II: 《Die Fledermaus》 Overture, Aria of Adele〈Spiel' ich die Unschuld vom Lande〉(*)
・Dell'Acqua: Villanelle〈J’ai vu passer l’hirondelle〉(*)
・Verdi: 《La traviata》 Preludio, Aria〈È strano…Ah fors'è lui…Sempre libera〉(*)
・Puccini: 《Gianni Schicchi》 O Mio Babbino Caro (*)
・Mussorgsky/Ravel: 《Pictures at an Exhibition》
(*) Arias by Sumi Jo

Sumi Jo (Soprano), Lithuania National Symphony Orchestra, Tomomi Nishimoto (Conductor)
Recorded: Feb. 2010 Lithuania

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