Idemitsu Music Events“Performing the future”

[Soprano] Tomoko Uchida

Born in Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School. Received the Excellence Award at the Ichikawa City Newcomer Performer Competition and 2nd place at the Sogakudo Japanese Song Competition. Made her debut in a title role with Cuore d'Opera. Selected as a representative singer for the 150th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Italy. Member of Nikikai Opera Foundation.

[Tenor] Tatsundo Ito

Born in Fukushima Prefecture. Graduated from the Vocal Music Department of Tokyo University of the Arts and completed graduate studies there. Completed training at the New National Theatre Opera Institute. Studied in Berlin, Germany, through a program sponsored by the Agency for Cultural Affairs. Primarily active in opera productions, she has appeared in performances at the New National Theatre, Nissay Theatre, Tokyo Nikikai Opera Foundation, and others. She actively participates as a soloist in works such as Beethoven's Ninth Symphony and Handel's Messiah, as well as in art song concerts, showcasing her solid technique and profound musicality in a wide range of activities.

[Violin] Mayu Goto

She began studying violin under Yoshiko Mogi at the age of three. She graduated from the music course of the general education department at Chiba Prefectural Tsudanuma High School. She won first prize at the International Junior Music Competition. Currently, she is a second-year student at Tokyo College of Music, studying under Hamao Fujiwara. She is a recipient of the Kitano Lifelong Education Promotion Foundation's 2025 Music Scholarship.

Tacticart Orchestra

“An orchestra for a new era”
Bringing a breath of fresh air to the classical music scene!
Formed in October 2020, this is a promising new professional orchestra comprised of talented artists active both domestically and internationally.
Since 2024, the group has revamped its structure, focusing on classical music while developing collaborations that transcend genre boundaries, and continues to deliver unique orchestral content.
In May 2023, Nippon Columbia released the CD "Rachmaninoff: Symphonic Dances," which was selected as a recommended album in the final volume of Record Geijutsu magazine.

[1st Violin] Ryo Takamiyagi

Performed at the Toho Gakuen University Graduation Concert. Received a prize at the Tokyo Music Competition. Performed with the Malmö Symphony Orchestra, Ryukyu Symphony Orchestra, and Gunma Symphony Orchestra. 3rd term fellow of the Suntory Hall Chamber Music Academy. Member of the Tokyo City Philharmonic Orchestra. Guest performer as principal player and in other roles with orchestras throughout Japan.

[1st Violin] Hinako Fuchino

She graduated from Showa University of Music with honors. She received the President's Award at the same university's graduate school and completed her master's program at the top of her class. She won second place in the university student division of the 30th All Japan Junior Classical Music Competition National Finals. She studied violin under Nagayuki Shinozaki, Yuko Iwasaki, and Fuminori Shinozaki. She is a non-executive lecturer at Showa University of Music.

[2nd Violin] Risako Shimizu

A graduate of Tokyo University of the Arts, she joined the Tokyo City Philharmonic Orchestra while still a student. Currently, she is a second violinist with the orchestra, and also performs as a principal violinist and forerunner with orchestras throughout Japan. She is also actively involved in solo and chamber music performances.

[2nd Violin] Mayu Goto

She began studying violin under Yoshiko Mogi at the age of three. She graduated from the music course of the general education department at Chiba Prefectural Tsudanuma High School. She won first prize at the International Junior Music Competition. Currently, she is a second-year student at Tokyo College of Music, studying under Hamao Fujiwara. She is a recipient of the Kitano Lifelong Education Promotion Foundation's 2025 Music Scholarship.

[Viola] Shiiko Nakamura

She began playing the violin at the age of three using the Suzuki Method, and switched to the viola at the age of 13 when she joined the Mitaka Junior Orchestra. After honing her skills as a member of the Tokyo City Philharmonic Orchestra while studying at Tokyo University of the Arts, she now works as a freelance musician, mainly as a guest performer with orchestras.

[Viola] Rin Imai

Born in Oita Prefecture. Graduated from Toho Gakuen School of Music, majoring in viola. Active in a wide range of genres from classical to pop, including orchestral and live support work in Japan, while also dedicating herself to teaching younger generations. She has studied under Ryo Sasaki and Robert Bauerstadter.

[Cello] Anri Tsukiji

First prize winner at the 71st All Japan Student Music Competition National Finals. Member of Quartet Integra from 2015 to 2023. Previously, winners include second prize and the audience award at the 71st Munich International Music Competition (String Quartet Division), and first prize at the Bartók International Competition (String Quartet Division), among many other awards.

[Cello] Seohyeon Kim

After graduating from Toho Gakuen University, she completed her master's degree at the same university's graduate school. She won the top prize at the 29th Japan Classical Music Competition National Finals. She was a finalist at the 77th All Japan Student Music Competition National Finals (University Division). She participated in Nobuko Imai's masterclass and Project Q Chapter 21 at Viola Space 2023, honing her skills in chamber music. She is a student of the Seiji Ozawa Music Academy. She is a member of the 3rd and 4th terms of the Wales Academy. She was selected to participate in Jens-Peter Mainz's masterclass at the International Music Festival NIPPON 2024. She studied under Hakuro Mori. She studied chamber music with Tomoya Kikuchi, Nobuko Yamazaki, Kazuhide Isomura, Akira Mizutani, Yasuhiro Suzuki, and the Wales String Quartet. She is a non-executive cello instructor at the Toho Gakuen Music School.

[Double Bass] Mayumi Morita

Born in Hachioji City. Began playing the violin at the age of 3. Graduated from Kunitachi College of Music High School and Toho Gakuen University. Performed at the 86th Yomiuri Shimbun Newcomer's Concert. Completed a Master's program at Toho Gakuen University Graduate School. After serving as a principal musician contract member of the New Japan Philharmonic Orchestra, became a double bassist with the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra.

[Flute] Shino Saito

She began playing the flute at the age of 8. She graduated from the Faculty of Music and Graduate School of Tokyo University of the Arts. In 2017, she moved to Europe. After studying under Karl-Heinz Schütz, she studied contemporary music at the University of Music and Performing Arts Graz. She is currently a member of the contemporary music group Ensemble Tonsik.

[Oboe] Kazuma Kubo

Born in Saitama Prefecture. Graduated from Senzoku Gakuen College of Music. Performed in the 17th Yamaha Newcomer's Concert, Woodwind Section. Studied oboe under Isao Tsuji, Keiko Inoue, Hitoshi Wakui, and Akiko Ikeda. Previously served as a contract member of the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra, and currently works as a freelance musician, guest performing with orchestras, teaching, and making reeds. Instructor at Kotone Oboe School. Member of Tokyo Double Reed Honpo.

[Clarinet] Yurie Shinotsuka

Graduated from the Faculty of Music, Tokyo University of the Arts. While a student, she was a finalist in the 26th Japan Woodwind Competition. A graduate of the Seiji Ozawa Music Academy and the PMF2022 Academy. She has performed as a soloist with the New Japan Philharmonic Orchestra. She is a core member of the Panda Wind Orchestra and the Tacticart Orchestra. In addition to orchestral performances, she has participated in numerous recordings for musical productions such as those by the Shiki Theatre Company, as well as for films, television programs, commercials, and games, including the drama "Doctor X" and the anime "Doraemon." She has also worked on albums for renowned artists such as Yuki Koyanagi, and has participated in over 150 recordings to date, demonstrating her wide range of activities. She has also made numerous appearances on music programs such as "Untitled Concert."

[Bassoon] Riku Tsuboya

Graduated from the Instrumental Music Department of the Faculty of Music, Tokyo University of the Arts. Performed with the Geidai Philharmonia at the university's Sogakudo Morning Concert. Won second prize at the 2nd K Chamber Music Competition. Participated in the woodwind quintet division of the Munich International Music Competition in September 2024. Principal bassoonist of the Tacticat Orchestra.

[Horn] Saki Yamashita

Born in Osaka Prefecture. Graduated at the top of her class from Osaka College of Music. Performed at the college's graduation concert and the 34th Yamaha Wind Instrument Newcomer's Concert. Participated in the Seiji Ozawa Music Academy XVII. Studied horn under Masayoshi Kakimoto, Shigeichi Ikeda, and Hidemasa Sawashima. Currently works as a freelance musician, mainly with orchestras.

[Timpani & Percussion] Tomoyuki Akiu

Percussionist. Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts. Currently works as a freelancer, guest performing with various orchestras throughout Japan. Has participated in the NHK Symphony Orchestra's European tour, the Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra's European tour, the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra's Taiwan performance, as well as the Saito Kinen Festival, Tokyo Spring Music Festival, and Tanaka Chikashi Music Festival.