For the first time in four decades, Canada’s National Arts Centre Orchestra returns to Japan, performing under the baton of Alexander Shelley, at the prestigious Suntory Hall in Tokyo. The performance marks a significant moment in the orchestra’s international engagement and deepens cultural ties between Canada and Japan.

The evening’s program features a compelling blend of contemporary and classical works, highlighting the orchestra’s versatility and Shelley’s commitment to bridging cultures and eras. Featuring a modern work by a Japanese-Canadian composer, a romantic-era piano concerto and one of the most iconic symphonies in the Western classical canon, the concert promises both emotional depth and musical grandeur.

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Start: Jun 3rd 2025 at 7:00pm

End: Jun 3rd 2025 at 11:30pm

Suntory Hall

1-13-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku