A deeply committed War Requiem by Jonathan Nott and Tokyo Symphony

Jonathan Nott

Galina Cheplakova

Britten’s War Requiem in the Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall

Par Nahoko Gotoh, 23 juillet 2025

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“Nott kept the music on the move with urgency and tension throughout”

Critique faite à Muza Kawasaki Symphony Hall, Kawasaki, le 19 juillet 2025

Britten, War Requiem, Op.66

Jonathan Nott, Direction

Galina Cheplakova, Soprano

Robert Lewis, Ténor

Matthias Winckhler, Baryton

Tokyo Symphony Orchestra

Tokyo Symphony Chorus

National Ballet of Japan's revival of Manon was devastatingly good

Naomi Mori, 19th March

National Ballet of Japan in Kenneth MacMillan’s Manon has been revived six years after its performances were cancelled because of the pandemic. Exceptionally good interpretations led the opening night performance.

****1

A poignant Rigoletto revival in Tokyo

Nahoko Gotoh, 21st February

The New National Theatre in Tokyo revives its traditionalist Rigoletto, featuring Vladimir Stoyanov as the cursed court jester, Eri Nakamura as Gilda and Lawrence Brownlee debuting as the Duke of Mantua.

***11

NBJ's Ballet Coffret is a feast of modern classics

Naomi Mori, 5th February

National Ballet of Japan's Ballet Coffret showcased the versatility of the company with modern classical works including Dawson's A Million Kisses to my Skin, van Manen's 5 Tangos and Balanchine's Theme and Variations.

****1

National Ballet of Japan’s new triple bill is full of bold challenges

Naomi Mori, 15th March

While National Ballet of Japan’s latest triple bill presents many challenges, one hopes these valuable masterpieces will be revived, enabling the company to develop its virtuosity and artistry.

****1

National Ballet of Japan: Tales of Hoffmann, a successful revival

Naomi Mori, 23rd February

National Ballet of Japan have revived Peter Darrell’s Tales of Hoffmann and whilst this may not be a masterpiece, served to show how much the company is evolving, with excellent lead dancers.

****1

Fünf Hammerschläge: das Tokyo Symphony Orchestra mit Mahlers Sechster

Svenja Koch, 20th May

Japan gilt als einer der größten Klassikmärkte der Welt, doch die eigenen Orchester des Landes sind in Europa kaum bekannt. Ein Besuch in der Suntory Hall.

****1

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Nahoko Gotoh

Nahoko is a UK-based Japanese music journalist with a background in musicology. She writes regularly for various Japanese media including Ongaku no tomo and Mostly Classic magazines.

A deeply committed War Requiem from Jonathan Nott and the Tokyo Symphony