Where can I buy tickets for the Morning Concert vol.158?

Tickets can be purchased at the Yokohama Iwama Civic Plaza reception desk or by calling 045-337-0011.

Where is the venue and how can I get there?

It is located at 1-7-15 Iwama-cho, Hodogaya-ku, Yokohama, near Tennocho Station on the Sotetsu Line.

What kind of music will be played?

The program will feature jazz standards and Showa-era pop songs.

[Yokohama Iwama Civic Plaza] Morning Concert vol.158 Connecting through Jazz ~ Bluesy Blue with Kiyotaka Nanasawa ~

Published May 20, 2026 10:48 PM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 12:01 AM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Yokohama Iwama Civic Plaza will host its recurring 'Morning Concert vol.158' on July 18, 2026. The theme is 'Connecting through Jazz,' featuring the Latin rock band 'Bluesy Blue' and violinist Kiyotaka Nanasawa. Tickets are 1,500 yen for all reserved seating, offering an exploration of jazz and Showa pop hits.

Event Details This time, we present our annual jazz performance.

Jazz has been influenced by music from around the world and has developed into a genre beloved by many today. Looking at a single song, one can see characteristics of various musical genres. We intend to explore the secrets of jazz, which possesses such depth and charm, under the theme of 'connecting.'

### Scheduled Program - Autumn Leaves / Joseph Kosma - Take the 'A' Train / Billy Strayhorn - Showa Pop Hits, and more

### Performers **Bluesy Blue** A Latin rock band that was active in Yokosuka from the 1960s to the early 1980s has reunited in Yokohama with new, versatile members. Renamed from 'Latin Rock Nazca' to 'Bluesy Blue' in honor of leader Katsumi Fujita's big band, 'Bluesy Peppers.' They have a repertoire covering jazz, Latin rock, and Showa pop.

**Katsumi Fujita (Tenor Saxophone)** Leader of big bands 'Nazca' and 'Bluesy Peppers,' and jazz combos 'Kosca' and 'Bluesy Blue.' Started his professional career at Yokosuka EM Club in 1965. Formed big band 'Nazca' in 2004. Took over as the 3rd leader of Minoru Nanri and the Red Peppers in 2015 (now Bluesy Peppers). Inherited 'Cliffside All Stars' in 2018 with professional musicians associated with Cliffside.

**Kiyotaka Nanasawa (Violin)** Graduated as valedictorian from the Music High School affiliated with Tokyo University of the Arts, the university itself, and Ecole Normale de Musique de Paris. 1st place in the Rostal Competition in Switzerland. Served as concertmaster for the Biel Symphony Orchestra in Switzerland for three years. After returning to Japan, served as concertmaster for the Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra for 20 years. Has served as guest concertmaster for major orchestras. Currently planning, managing, and performing in multiple concert series nationwide.

### Event Overview - Date/Time: July 18, 2026 (Sat) Doors open 10:50, Start 11:10, Expected end 12:10 - Venue: Yokohama Iwama Civic Plaza, 4F Hall - Admission: 1,500 JPY (All reserved seating) - Tickets: Yokohama Iwama Civic Plaza (Tel: 045-337-0011 / 9:00–21:00)

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