Lone Star Wind Orchestra Presents
FROM FUJI TO THE SPIRIT WORLD: A Japanese Cultural Concert
Journey through Japan’s rich cultural heritage with stunning symphonic works, virtuosic solo artistry, and enchanting music that brings imagination and tradition vividly to life.
Lone Star Wind Orchestra
Eugene Milgliaro Corporon, conductor
Andrew Eldridge, marimba
Embark on a breathtaking musical journey with FROM FUJI TO THE SPIRIT WORLD: A Japanese Cultural Concert, an immersive celebration of Japan’s landscapes, traditions, and artistic imagination.
From the majestic beauty of Mount Fuji and the vivid sonic imagery of Julie Giroux’s Symphony No. 4 “Bookmarks from Japan” to the dazzling virtuosity of marimba soloist Andrew Eldridge performing Keiko Abe’s Prism Rhapsody, this concert invites audiences to experience the rich cultural heritage of Japan through some of its most captivating music. The afternoon culminates with the enchanting sounds from the award-winning anime film Spirited Away, bringing the wonder, mystery, and spirit of one of Japan’s most beloved stories to the concert stage.
Join the Lone Star Wind Orchestra under the direction of Music Director Eugene Migliaro Corporon for a powerful and unforgettable cultural experience that transcends borders and inspires the imagination. Reserve your seats today and discover the beauty, energy, and artistry of Japan at Moody Performance Hall in Dallas on January 24th at 3pm.
Program (subject to change):
The Earth, Jun Nagao
Prism Rhapsody for Marimba, Keiko Abe
Mont Fuji, Toshiro Mashima
Symphony No. 4 “Bookmarks from Japan”, Julie Giroux
Spirited Away, Joe Hisaishi & Yumi Kimura/arr. Kazuhiro Morita
