Japan Philharmonic Orchestra members are looking for students for their "Instrumental Music Lesson for People Over 60"
The joy of playing an instrument
The next step is a life with music
We want people to take on new challenges and live vibrant lives. With this in mind, in 2002 we started the "Musical Instrument Classes for People Over 60" for people aged 60 and over who live in Suginami Ward.
The people who gather under the guidance of Japan Philharmonic instructors are a diverse group, ranging from those who are picking up an instrument for the first time to those who have had some experience playing when they were younger.
Participants have given us many positive comments, such as, "Through spending a year enjoying music with friends who share the same hobby, I was able to set new goals and make my life more fulfilling," and "I've made new friends of my generation."
Why not try our "musical instrument lessons for people over 60"?
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Japan Philharmonic Orchestra x Nishiogi Community Center
(Designated manager: Tokyu Community Co., Ltd.)
"Instrument lessons for people over 60" by members of the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra
Event period: Opening ceremony on Monday, May 15, 2020 - Sunday, March 31, Reiwa 6
During the above period, we plan to hold a total of 18 small group lessons and recitals, each lasting approximately 50 minutes.
*The lesson schedule will be announced along with the winning notification.
Venue: Nishiogi Community Center (4-3-2 Momoi, Suginami Ward)
Lecturers: Members and alumni of the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra
Target audience: Anyone aged 60 or over who lives in Suginami Ward, even beginners, can participate.
Please rest assured that we will place you in a class based on your level of experience.
*You must participate throughout the period.
*After you have decided to take the course, you will need to prepare your own instrument. (Please contact the Japan Philharmonic for paid rental inquiries.)
Capacity: 25 violinists, 20 cellists (if there are many applicants, a lottery will be held)
Cost: 73,000 yen (35,000 yen for the first session, 38,000 yen in October) *Includes participation in the presentation
How to apply: Please fill in your address, phone number, name, age, desired instrument, and instrument experience, and apply using one of the following methods.
① Bring it in: To the reception on the 1st floor of the Nishiogi Community Center
② By mail: Nishiogi Community Center, Musical Instrument Class Section (4-3-2 Momoi, Suginami-ku, Tokyo 167-0034)
③Email: nishiogi@tokyu-com.co.jp *Please use the subject line of your email: [Application for Musical Instrument Lessons for those aged 60 and over]
Application deadline: April 21st (Friday) (postmark deadline)
<Contact Us>
Nishiogi Community Center ☏03-3301-0811
Japan Philharmonic Orchestra ☏03-5378-6311
Organized by: Japan Philharmonic Orchestra, Public Interest Foundation
Tokyu Community Co., Ltd. (designated manager of Nishiogi Community Center, etc.)
Sponsor: Suginami Ward
