Japanese concert pianist Naoko Kasai returns to the Bay Area for one performance only on November 18, 2023 at Tateuchi Hall at the Community School of Music and Arts in Mountain View, CA. The performance begins at 2PM, and doors will open at 1:30PM.
Naoko’s program for 2023 is:
Franz Schubert (1797〜1828):
* Moments musicaux Op.94-1, 3, 5, 6.
* Impromptu Op.90-4
Edvard Grieg (1843〜1907):
* From “Holberg’s Time” (Suite in olden style) Op.40
Various pieces by Japanese composers
Don’t miss an unforgettable afternoon performance of Mozart, Liszt, and Chopin, and others. A small donation is requested for each seat to cover the cost of the event venue. Any excess will be donated to the California Wildfire Relief Fund.
There will be an after-event social at Fairchild’s Public House (https://www.fairchildspublichouse.com), a short walk from the concert hall.
About Naoko Kasai
Born in Aichi, Japan, Naoko started playing the piano at the age of six and graduated from Kunitachi College of Music in Tokyo. In 1990 she moved to France to study at the Conservatoire of Tours with Charles Lilamand and later with Pierre Reach of the Conservatoire of Paris (CNR de Paris). She received the Piano Performing Diploma with “premier prix a l’unaminite” and Chamber Music Diploma from the Conservatoire of Tours. During her 4 years in France Naoko also studied harpsichord. She made her solo debut in Tours in 1993. Since then Naoko has been performing as a soloist, an accompanist and a chamber music member primarily in Tokyo and Nagoya. Those concerts include chamber music with Eckhard Seifert (violin) and Gerhard Iberer (cello) from the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra.
FAQs
What are my parking options at the event?
Parking is available at the venue.
What’s the refund policy?
Sorry, no refunds. This is a small volunteer effort! All excess proceeds will be donated to charity.
Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?
Please do.
Is my registration fee or ticket transferrable?
Yes. Please just ensure the transferee has your ticket.
Is it ok if the name on my ticket or registration doesn’t match the person who attends?
Yes
What can/can’t I bring to the event?
Food and beverages (except water) are not allowed in the recital hall. Also, no photography or video during the performance.
May children attend?
Children who can quietly sit through a full piano recital (about 2 1/2 hours with intermissions) are welcome to attend.
