Japanese pianist Yukiko Kusunoki graced the stage on November 26 at Tollygunge Club. This noteworthy event was the result of a collaborative endeavour between Tolly Club and the Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata. During this memorable evening, Kusunoki delivered a captivating one-and-a-half-hour performance, showcasing her exceptional musical talent to the appreciative audience
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The evening of refined music commenced with Schumann’s melodious ‘Scenes of Childhood’, seamlessly transitioning into Beethoven's iconic ‘Moonlight Sonata’. Subsequently, the audience embarked on a lyrical journey through mood-lifting Japanese piano tunes, evoking the spirit of autumn. The performance further unfolded with Debussy’s exquisite ‘Suite Bergamasque’ and the well-loved ‘Clair de Lune’, enhancing the musical experience
During her time at Santiniketan, Kusunoki cultivated a deep appreciation for Tagore’s music. The pianist presented renditions of Tagore’s compositions, including ‘Ekla Cholo Re’, ‘Alo Amar Alo Ogo’ and ‘Purano Sei Diner Kotha’. The evening also saw a captivating performance of ‘Homura’, from the Japanese anime film, ‘Demon Slayer’
The programme took off with a brief welcome speech by (left) Malini Sarkar, the chairperson of the Tolly Club entertainment committee, followed by Kusunoki introducing herself. The CEO of Tollygunge Club, Brig V Ganapathy (retired), thanked everyone, including the Japanese Consul General, after the show
