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Chamber Music Series: Hiroko Kikuchi Piano Recital

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Published Jul 4, 2026 12:08 AM ・ Updated Jul 8, 2026 6:42 PM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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On October 12, 2026, renowned Japanese pianist Hiroko Kikuchi will present a special recital at Seijō Hall, featuring concert arrangements of ballet music.
Highlighting her album 'Ballet Fantasy,' the program includes the notoriously difficult Tchaikovsky-Taneyev arrangement of 'The Nutcracker.'

On October 12, 2026, renowned Japanese pianist Hiroko Kikuchi will present a special recital at Seijō Hall, featuring concert arrangements of ballet music. Highlighting her album 'Ballet Fantasy,' the program includes the notoriously difficult Tchaikovsky-Taneyev arrangement of 'The Nutcracker.'

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000068.000069304.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jul 4, 2026

October 12, 2026 (Mon, national holiday), 15:00 start

Seijō Hall

Ballet music meets new piano frontiers!

Hiroko Kikuchi, one of Japan’s most celebrated pianists, rose to prominence after winning the 2002 International Mozart Competition. With an international career and recent collaborations with the Vienna State Ballet, she has passionately explored the synergy between piano and ballet. In March 2026, she recorded the album 'Ballet Fantasy.' This recital presents a program centered on that album—her most heartfelt artistic expression to date. These are not rehearsal accompaniments, but concert arrangements by renowned composers and virtuosos. The highlight is the second half: Tchaikovsky’s protégé Taneyev’s arrangement of 'The Nutcracker,' a notoriously difficult piece said to have drawn criticism even from Tchaikovsky himself. Witness the explosive artistry of pianist Hiroko Kikuchi!

【Performing Artist】Hiroko Kikuchi (Piano)

【Program】

J. Strauss: 'Cinderella' Ballet – Dove’s Waltz Tchaikovsky: 'Album for the Young' Op.39 – Sweet Dreams Khachaturian / Eschpai: 'Gayane' Ballet – Sabre Dance Glazunov: Pastorale Op.42-1 Glazunov / Giroty: 'Raymonda' Op.57 – Pizzicato Saint-Saëns / Giroty: 'Carnival of the Animals' – The Swan Dvořák: 'The Millionaire's Jester' Ballet – Serenade Delibes / Dohnányi: 'Coppélia' Ballet – Waltz Tchaikovsky / Taneyev: 'The Nutcracker' Ballet Suite

【Ticket Prices】

● General: ¥4,000 ● Ages 25 and under: ¥2,000 ● High school students and younger: ¥1,000

※ All seats reserved, tax included ※ Children under school age not admitted ※ Proof of age required at entry for discounted tickets

【On-Sale Date】July 9, 2026 (Thu) 10:00 AM

※ Sales begin online and by phone on July 9; in-person sales start July 10 (Fri) 10:00 AM

【Ticket Inquiries】Setagaya Public Theatre Ticket Center

Online: https://setagaya-pt.jp/membership/online/

Phone: 03-5432-1515 (10:00–19:00)

【Music Director】Shinichirō Ikebe

【Organizer】Setagaya Cultural Foundation, Music Division

【Official Website】Seta-on HP

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FAQ

When is the Hiroko Kikuchi piano recital taking place?

October 12, 2026 (Mon, holiday), 15:00 start.

What are the ticket prices?

General: ¥4,000; Ages 25 and under: ¥2,000; High school and younger: ¥1,000.

When do tickets go on sale?

July 9, 2026 (Thu) 10:00 AM online and by phone.

Where is the venue?

Seijō Hall, located in Setagaya Ward, Tokyo.

What is the highlight of this concert?

The Taneyev arrangement of 'The Nutcracker' and other concert versions by master arrangers.

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