Suntory Hall Celebrates 40th Anniversary with New Composition 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' by Shin-ichiro Ikebe
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- Suntory Hall Celebrates 40th Anniversary with New Composition 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' by Shin-ichiro Ikebe
- To mark its 40th anniversary in 2026, Suntory Hall has introduced a new composition for its front entrance pipe organ, titled 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' by Shin-ichiro Ikebe. Performances will begin in June 2026 before each concert.
- Source: PR TIMES
- Date: Fri May 22 2026 23:32:02 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)
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To mark its 40th anniversary in 2026, Suntory Hall has introduced a new composition for its front entrance pipe organ, titled 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' by Shin-ichiro Ikebe. Performances will begin in June 2026 before each concert.
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- Suntory Hall Celebrates 40th Anniversary with New Composition 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' by Shin-ichiro Ikebe (Fri May 22 2026 23:32:02 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)), PR TIMES
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- Fri May 22 2026 23:32:02 GMT+0900 (Japan Standard Time)
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To mark its 40th anniversary in 2026, Suntory Hall has introduced a new composition for its front entrance pipe organ, titled 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' by Shin-ichiro Ikebe. Performances will begin in June 2026 before each concert.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the 40th anniversary commemorative piece for Suntory Hall?
- A: It is a commissioned work titled 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' by composer Shinichiro Ikebe.
- Q: When will the new piece 'CELEBRATION for Suntory Hall' be performed?
- A: It will be performed before each concert at Suntory Hall starting from June 2026.
- Q: What is the pipe organ at Suntory Hall like?
- A: It is installed at the main entrance of the hall and features 37 pipes and a mechanical figure modeled after 'The Guardian of the Vineyard.' It plays a full-bodied melody every day at noon and before concert openings.
- Q: Who was responsible for the construction of the pipe organ?
- A: It was crafted by the renowned Austrian company Rieger.
- Q: Who is composer Shinichiro Ikebe?
- A: He is a composer who graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts and is active in a wide range of fields including symphonies, operas, and film and television music. He has received numerous awards such as the Order of the Purple Ribbon, the Medal of Culture, and the Japan Art Academy Prize.