[Report] WestJapanPercussion Instrument Association Percussion Festival 2023 in Kyushu

westJapanPercussion Instrument Association Chairman Shuichiro Seki

Currently, WestJapanThe Percussion Instrument Association has approximately 150 members and conducts a wide range of community-based activities such as festivals, seminars, and mini-concerts throughout Kyushu, Okinawa, and Chugoku-Shikoku. And this time, "Percussion Festival 2023 in Kyushu" was held at Onojo Madoka Pia Hall in Fukuoka Prefecture on October 9th, when the autumn breeze was blowing.

First, from 13:00 to 14:50, we will hold a clinic for students preparing for unconventional music and the new system. Shuichiro Seki (timpani player of the Kyushu Wind Orchestra) will play percussion instruments (SD, Timp, BD, Cym), and Satomi Takamatsu (Kyushu Marine Orchestra) will play keyboard percussion instruments such as marimba. Lecturers from the Bacon Orchestra (RIM) gave a lecture on the differences in tone and nuance depending on playing methods and how to use the body, with discussion.The participants were able to appreciate the benefits of percussion instruments in a wider range of ways, and some said they found them very helpful. In addition, in the multipurpose hall next door, various musical instrument stores had exhibitions and sales, and many people gathered at each booth, looking curious.

then15:30~The main concert will begin with performances by two newcomers from Kyushu who graduated from music colleges with excellent results. Written by Kaori Oshita (Heisei Music University graduate) from KumamotoFabian Otten/Samsara, Kei Ichiyanagi by Mayu Fukumitsu (graduate of Senzoku Gakuen College of Music) from Saga/Based on their origins, both performers are youthful and sensitive, with solid technique and songwriting.

Next up is the sister duo of Musashino Music University graduates Matsumoto Maya and Matsumoto Mari, who are making their debut mainly in Fukuoka.AMODA” byE.Sejourne/DeparturesSatoshi Yamaguchi, a senior at the same university, also joined us.I.Trevino/Catching Shadowswas brilliantly performed with two marimbas and a drum set.

The ensemble composed by member volunteers will include a composition composed by member Shinichiro Sekiya.『moon poem』(Tsuki no Uta), the song is related to the moon.JapanThe marimba and vibraphone quartet performed a medley of children's songs and songs, richly lyrical.

The last song is Nobutaka Mizuno/The ``tsuzumi'' drum was played by eight people without a conductor, and the combination of stillness and movement, the sense of color, and the sometimes fierce spirit created a dynamic and energetic unique atmosphere, which was amazing! I was impressed! I received the following feedback. In addition, for the encore, our association's annual Disco Kid/All the performers enthusiastically performed Osamu Tokairin (arranged by Shinichiro Sekiya), and the audience enjoyed and enjoyed the event.It was very well received, with comments such as ``I'm glad I came,'' I want to see it again next year, and I want it to be held in other areas.

I'm really glad that the effects of the coronavirus pandemic are waning and that we are able to interact with each other again like before. We would like the association to continue to spread the ``harmony of percussion instruments'' to each region.