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An evening of Japanese appetizers, refreshments, poetry, classical music, and Japanese culture
February 11th, 2016
6:00 Doors open / 6:30 Reception / 7:30 Concert
At the World Forestry Center(Cheatham Hall), Washington park
February 11th, 2016
6:00 Doors open / 6:30 Reception / 7:30 Concert
At the World Forestry Center(Cheatham Hall), Washington park
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Junko Otsu (Violinist）
Junko Otsu quoted by New York Times critic Alan Kozin as “Superior performance”,
“Rhapsodic and delicate coloration”. Junko performs frequently in the U.S. and with numerous international orchestras. |
Tomoko Okada(Pianist)
Tomoko Okada has studied music in Europe as well as Japan and received numerous awards for her outstanding performances.
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Yoshie Ichige(Poetry Reading)
Yoshie Ichige, one of Japan’s most famous actresses, star of stage, screen and TV
drama, and lead role in the popular 80’s Fuji TV drama “From Oregon with Love”. |
Major Programs
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Music
Ludwig van Beethoven(1770-1827): Romance F major Op. 50 E. W. Korngold (1897~1957)：Gartenmusik ~ Four Pieces for Violin and piano from W. Shakespeare’s “Much Ado about Nothing” Op.11 C. W. Gluck (1714-87) : Melody from the opera “Orfeo ed Euridice” Pauline Garcia-Viardot(1821-1910) : “Bohemienne” from Six Morceaux M. de Falla (1876-1946) / F. Kreisler : Danse Espagnole from the opera “La Vida Breve” E. Elgar (1857-1934) : La Capricieuse Op. 17 etc |
Picture books
Alphabet Tree by Leo Lionni
Translations by Shuntaro Tanigawa
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Poem
The alphabet Tree / Aiueo no ki
Mari Sensou shinai Oregon no nami Sora ni kotori ga inaku natta hi Haru ni Nakuzo Sonohito ga utau toki etc |
The poetry is written by MR. Shuntaro Tanikawa who won the American Book Award in 1989.
He is one of the most widely read and highly regarded of living Japanese poets, both in Japan and abroad.
Mr. Shuntaro Tanikawa readily agreed to our request.
He is one of the most widely read and highly regarded of living Japanese poets, both in Japan and abroad.
Mr. Shuntaro Tanikawa readily agreed to our request.
Japanese Food
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- Makuno-uchi Bento featured Special Bento Box
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What is Makuno-Uchi Bento?
Makunouchi (幕の内?) is a popular type of Japanese bento which consists of fish, meat, pickles, eggs and vegetables along with rice and an umeboshi. There are also other kinds such as a chestnut-rice, sweetfish sushi and meat-and-rice-casserole forms. The word makuno-uchi bentō ("between-act bento"), dates back to the Edo Period (1603 to 1867), when they were served during the intermissions (幕間) of Noh and Kabuki theater performances. From the Meiji Period onward, Makunouchi has become a common convention for bentos sold at train stations. Convenience stores usually also sell a bento under the Makunouchi name. Though the selection and number of items in a Makunouchi bento vary from store to store, it often contains more items and costs more than other offerings. (Wikipedia) |
Drinks
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Wine - Noria Wines
The first appearance in Portland made by Japanese winemaker Sake - FUKUJU From the Nada region of Kobe, Japan |
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Japanese culture Demonstration
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Tea ceremony
Koto |
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Admission
General Seating $65
VIP Seating $120
*Please note that there is no admissions available for the age of 12 and younger at this time
Valentine Special Ticket for couple $120
VIP Seating $120
*Please note that there is no admissions available for the age of 12 and younger at this time
Valentine Special Ticket for couple $120
All proceeds of this Concert proceeds will be donated.
The Great Eastern Japan EarthquakeFive years have passed since that day which suddenly took away
so many lives, hopes, and dreams. So many were affected by that terrible disaster, and those survivors still need much help to carve out a future for their families. And the restoration of futures could rise from the pain of this terrible tragedy. The main asset of Japan is its people, responsible for the spirit of Japan, and I hope that Japan can contribute its unique culture to the world for generations come. All proceeds of the concert will go to the survivors in the affected area. Oregon is still reminded of the devastation by the continuous flow of tsunami debris onto its beaches. The purpose of this event is to cement the special relationship between the people of Portland and survivors of the tsunami and its future generations. |
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Donation to
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Minamisoma city in Fukushima
(Sister city of Pendleton) Minamisoma was devastated by the Great Eastern Japan tsunami and earthquake. But it also lies just 16 miles from the Fukushima nuclear plants which were destroyed, and many of the surviving residents had to be evacuated from their homes, and remain so even today. Concert proceeds will be donated to assist the many programs which are in place to help the people of Minamisoma get back their lives, and finally put this unprecedented disaster behind them. |
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Produced By
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NPO Portland With Love Inc. |
Co-Sponsors
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In Cooperation with
Consular Office of Japan in Portland, Portland Japanese Garden,
Center for Public Service - Portland State University,
Portland Japan Girls (PJG), Portland Kimono Club (PKC) , JASO
Consular Office of Japan in Portland, Portland Japanese Garden,
Center for Public Service - Portland State University,
Portland Japan Girls (PJG), Portland Kimono Club (PKC) , JASO