lobby concert

■Performance date: Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8:30 PM


◆Oku Nayumi/Piano

After graduating from Hokuriku Gakuin, she graduated with honors from the Faculty of Music at Ferris University.
During school,He received a scholarship from the university's scholarship association.
He then earned a Master's degree in Music from the Toho Gakuen School of Music.

He has won numerous top prizes in domestic and international competitions, including a silver medal at the 8th Japan Bach Competition National Championships.
He has been recommended to appear in the Yomiuri Newcomer Concert, the Tuners Association Newcomer Concert, and the Young Masters Series.
In addition to performing on various stages, including with orchestras, she also performs in a wide range of settings as a lounge and bridal pianist.



◆Nonoha Sato / Flute

After graduating from Kaichi High School, she graduated from the Faculty of Music at Ferris University and received a master's degree from the same university's graduate school.He has performed at select concerts both on and off campus, and with chamber orchestras, and has been well received.

They have performed on a variety of stages, including international conferences broadcast live around the world, corporate receptions, and commemorative ceremonies, and have won the Great Wall Cup and appeared in the Young Masters series.

He has extensively trained and has received rave reviews for his performances in hotels and lounges.
He has also appeared in many socially significant performances, including commemorative events and reconstruction support performances.

■Performance date: Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 8:30 PM


◆DUO1125(Duo One One Two Five)

DUO1125(Duo One One Two Five)
A duo of piano and string instruments such as violin and cello.
They were named this way because they both have the same birthday (November 25th).



●Seiko Shimaoka/piano

On weekdays, I work in accounting at a construction company.
On his days off, he volunteers in legal affairs as a certified administrative scrivener.
At the same time, she started playing the piano again 12 years ago, after having quit when she graduated from junior high school.

While receiving advice from various professional musicians,
Based in Osaka, he performs in a variety of styles, from solo to quintet.


●Fumihiko Sado / Violin

A "multi-string player" and composer who is adept at playing all kinds of string instruments, both Eastern and Western, including the violin, cello, guitar, bass, koto, shamisen, and sanshin.

They perform mainly in Kinki region, but also throughout Japan and overseas.
He is currently developing his own unique music therapy in order to realize a collaboration between his main profession of medicine and music.
In recognition of these achievements, he was designated a "Living National Treasure Next Door" in 2013.

■Performance date: Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 8:30 PM


◆Akane Honjo / Flutist

After graduating from Kanagawa Prefectural Yasaka High School, majoring in music, and Toho College of Art, he studied abroad in Austria.He studied under Gisela Mashaeki-Bär at the Josef Haydn Konservatorium des Landes Burgenland for five years.

He has been selected and awarded in numerous competitions both in Japan and abroad, including the All Japan Ensemble Competition, Kanagawa Music Competition, and FUGA International Music Competition, and performed at the 45th Flute Debut Recital.
5th generation member of Star Classics Academy.

Currently, in addition to performing all over the country, he also works as a planner and coordinator.
With a focus on classical music, the group utilizes the experience and network it has cultivated overseas to continuously plan and run concerts and seminars inviting musicians from overseas.We also focus on workshop-style projects that allow young people and children to take an active role in music.

In 2025, they will perform regularly at the EXPO2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo "Playground of Life Jellyfish Pavilion."



◆Osamu Shimura(Tsukasa Shimura)/piano

Aichi Prefectural Meiwa High School,Graduated from Aichi Prefectural University of the Arts,Completed the master's program at the same university.
5th generation Star Classic Academy student.

38th Nagoya Musician Training School Nagoya Mayor's Award,Audience Award,Received an Encouragement Award.
The 12th Yamada Sadao Music Foundation Emerging Artist Competition, Yamada Sadao Music Award,Hiroko Yamada Special Award,Special Award Winner.

Currently, he performs mainly as a soloist, vocalist, and choral accompaniment, and also teaches the next generation of musicians.

■Appearance date: Saturday, June 27, 2026, from 8:30 PM


◆Blue Star*Beautiful flowers of Hawaii/Ukulele (with vocals) and piano

Pearl Islanders is a group that primarily performs at live music venues, hotels, music festivals, and corporate music events in Tokyo.This is a special duo unit formed from that group specifically for this live performance.We will be presenting a selection of songs, mainly Hawaiian music, as well as Japanese summer pop songs.

■Appearance date: Saturday, July 4, 2026, from 8:30 PM

Toyono Music Lab

◆Akiko Akira(Akira Shoko)/flute

She graduated at the top of her class from the Wind Instruments Department of the Faculty of Music at Soai University.She was selected to perform in numerous newcomer concerts, including graduation recitals.
After graduation, she performed with various orchestras in Japan, including the Hyogo Performing Arts Center Orchestra, the Kyoto Philharmonic Chamber Ensemble, and Non Strings Orchestra Japan, and also engaged in activities across genres, such as performing in jazz live shows.
In addition to being involved in numerous bridal performances, she currently shares the charm of music with the next generation through children's concerts and brass band instruction.


◆Sayaka Yamada(Sayaka Yamada)/piano

She works as a piano and early childhood solfège instructor at the Osaka College of Music's affiliated music academy.They have gained popularity for their music that resonates with people's hearts and evokes empathy.
As the leader of "Myoken Usagi," she performs throughout Japan, mainly in the Kansai region, and has won top prizes at the Super Otona Fest and performed at the Kansai Expo.In addition to continuing to perform at Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and holding recovery support concerts in disaster-stricken areas, they are also engaged in performing at temporary housing complexes on Noto Peninsula.

In 1997, I composed the music for the group performance at the opening ceremony of the 33rd All-Japan Sports Festival for People with Disabilities (Fureai Pick) held in Osaka.
1999 Great Disability Education 50th Anniversary Original Song Excellence Award
2007 Toyono Town Cultural and Educational Achievement Award, Osaka Prefecture
2012: Good Deeds Award from the Cabinet Office Good Deeds Association


◆Sachiko Umemoto　Sachiko)/Bass clarinet

I started playing the clarinet in the junior high school brass band, studying under Tetsuo Ogawa and Yuji Murai.After graduating from the Instrumental Music Department of Osaka College of Music Junior College,Moved to France.
He studied under H. Durial and F. Eau at the Malmaison Municipal Conservatory and won first prize at the Paris Leopold Bellan Competition.I attended a masterclass with J. Françaix and was selected as a final concert performer.Upon completion of the program, I graduated at the top of my class and returned to Japan.
After returning to Japan, he has been active as a freelance musician, performing with orchestras and also dedicating himself to teaching at music stores and providing wind band instruction at junior and senior high schools.

■Appearance date: Friday, August 7, 2026, from 8:30 PM


◆POLE POLE QUARTET (Polepole Quartet)

Formed in December 2024, following a Christmas concert at a flower shop.The members studied under Naoyuki Matsui, Takashi Aoki, and Kyoko Tsuchiya.
The group name "POLE POLE" means "relax" or "take it easy" in Swahili, and was chosen with the desire to deliver music that values peace of mind and tranquility.

They have performed at various venues across the country, presenting a variety of programs, including concerts that can be enjoyed by children as young as zero years old.They are active while flexibly incorporating new lineups and guest appearances.

member:Ikuna Izawa(vn),Ayane Ozaki(vn),Aoki Hikaru(va),Haruka Sato(vc)

■Appearance date: Friday, August 28, 2026, from 8:30 PM


◆Aoi Furukawa / Violin

Born in Uji City, Kyoto Prefecture.Kyoto Municipal Music High School(Current Kyoto Municipal Kyoto Horikawa Music High School),Graduated from Kyoto City University of Arts.She studied under Kayoko Sotoike, Riko Murase, Himari Umehara, Kazuhiro Takagi, and Kazuki Sato.

She has consistently held recitals, including performances supported by the Aoyama Foundation, and has performed as a concerto soloist with numerous orchestras.In addition to chamber music and guest appearances, he is also active in a wide range of fields, including high-quality recording and video production through his own production company, DANTE Co., Ltd.

She also dedicates herself to mentoring the next generation of musicians as a full-time instructor at the "Kyoto Children's Music School" and as a violin instructor at the "Sumire Music School."



◆Saeko Miyasho / Piano

She is active in a wide range of fields, including solo performances, chamber music, accompaniment, and collaborations with ballet.After graduating from Kyoto City University of Arts,Moved to France.She graduated at the top of her class from both the highest level of piano studies at the Conservatoire Saint-Maur and the Master's program at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Lyon, with unanimous approval from the judges.

Furthermore, she graduated with top honors from the harpsichord department of the Conservatoire Saint-Maur and the accompaniment department of the Maurice Ravel Conservatory in the 13th arrondissement of Paris, earning a DEM (Degree of Musical Mastery).While living in France, she performed in concertos, chamber music ensembles, and music festivals. After returning to Japan, she is based in Tokyo, where she performs, plans, and teaches.

2017 Credor International Music Competition
In 2018, she won first prize at the Claude Kahn Piano Competition and the French Music Competition.