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Tomoko Mukaiyama 向井山朋子

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// Melody that Can Change Your Life//
Listening is as much an art as performing " Canto Ostinato.”

This December, Tomoko Mukaiyama will bring her version of the famous composition Canto Ostinato to three venues in the Netherlands. Together with Diego Espinosa, a talented percussionist from Mexico, she will perform this iconic piece on piano and marimba.

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5 December
De Duif, Amsterdam
dec5_2024.eventbrite.nl
*Early bird tickets are available until 31 October

10 December
Willem Twee muziek en beeldende kunst in Den Bosch
www.willem-twee.nl/alle-activiteiten/canto-ostinato-reimagined

11 December
de Doelen in Rotterdam
www.dedoelen.nl/en/agenda/22589/op-piano-en-marimba-door-tomoko-mukaiyama-en-diego-espinosa/canto...

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Simeon ten Holt (1923-2012) composed Canto Ostinato between 1976 and 1979, and till today it remains a masterpiece beloved by musicians and audiences worldwide. For many, Canto has a profound, almost life-changing impact, touching people in unique ways. The composition is celebrated for its ability to create a sense of time and space, encouraging listeners to turn inward and follow their intuition.

The open structure of Canto Ostinato allows for personal interpretation, making each performance one of a kind. The choice of instruments and the number of fragment repetitions are flexible, requiring close collaboration between the performing musicians. Discussion and joint decision-making are key parts of the process. For this concert series, Mukaiyama and Espinosa combine the piano with the marimba, a percussion instrument known for its warm, full sound.

Especially for pakjesavond on December 5th, the performance will take place in a sacred yet homey setting. At De Duif, one of Amsterdam’s most iconic churches, a limited number of guests will be able to enjoy both the musical performance and a sake tasting. Otemba Sake Amsterdam will offer unique drinks, while Hinaichibento will serve colorful snacks inspired by Japanese cuisine.

Supported by Fonds Podiumkunsten / Performing Arts Fund NL
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