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Japanese Professional Orchestras Yearbook 2020
Program of Subscription Concerts, Full Members,
1 April 2019 – 31 March 2020
Japanese Proffessional Orchestras Yearbook 2019
Japanese Proffessional Orchestras Yearbook 2018.pdf
25 Full member orchestras : All Subscription Concerts Apr.1, 2017－Mar.31, 2018
Japanese Proffessional Orchestras Yearbook 2017
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Program of Subscription Concerts Apr.1, 2016－Mar.31, 2017
The concert of the Year 2016 - the best concert in 2016 chosen by each orchestra -
Concerts abroad Apr.1, 2016－Mar.31, 2017
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Member Orchestras
Full Members（25）
Sapporo Symphony Orchestra
Sendai Philharmonic Orchestra
Yamagata Symphony Orchestra
Gunma Symphony Orchestra
NHK Symphony Orchestra,Tokyo
New Japan Philharmonic
Tokyo Symphony Orchestra
Tokyo City Philharmonic Orchestra
Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra
Tokyo New City Orchestra
Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra
Japan Philharmonic Orchestra
Yomiuri Nippon Symphony Orchestra
Kanagawa Philharmonic Orchestra
Orchestra Ensemble Kanazawa
Central Aichi Symphony Orchestra
Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra
Kyoto Symphony Orchestra
Osaka Symphony Orchestra
Osaka Philharmonic Orchestra
Kansai Philharmonic Orchestra
Japan Century Symphony Orchestra
Hyogo Performing Arts Center Orchestra
Hiroshima Symphony Orchestra
Kyushu Symphony Orchestra
Associate Members（12）
Chiba Symphony Orchestra
Geidai Philharmonia Orchestra, Tokyo
Tokyo Universal Philharmonic Orchestra
Mt. Fuji Philharmonic Orchestra
Chubu Philharmonic Orchestra
Kyoto Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra
The College Operahouse Orchestra
Telemann Chamber Orchestra
Nara Philharmonic Orchestra
Okayama Philharmonic Orchestra
Seto Philharmonic Orchestra
Nagasaki OMURA Chamber Ensemble
Japan Foundation Supporting orchestras in ASEAN countries
“Asia in Resonance 2019” related Round-table Discussion
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When：Saturday, June 1st, 2019 from 14:00 to 16:00
Where：Japan Foundation Headquarters Main Building 2F “SAKURA”
Hosted by the Japan Foundation
with the cooperation of Association of Japanese Symphony Orchestras
Asia Pacific Region Orchestras Summit
Histry of the Asia Pacific Region Orchestras Summit.pdf
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Asia-Pacific Region Orchestras Summit 2016
5 - 7 Oct. 2016
Tokyo Opera City Recital Hall
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Association of Japanese Symphony Orchestras
Objectives
The objectives of the Association are to encourage cooperation among Japanese professional orchestras, to conduct researches and studies on orchestra management, to provide training for those who are associated with orchestral music, and to promote and popularize the orchestral music through international exchange in order to contribute to the development of Japanese musical culture.
Activities
The Association shall conduct the following activities in order to achieve the said objectives.
- Present concerts of orchestral music and related lectures
- Promote orchestral music to young people
- Conduct researches and studies on professional orchestra management
- Provide training for personnel associated with orchestral music
- International exchange on orchestral music
- Other activities necessary to achieve the objectives
* Excerpts from the bylaws of the Association of Japanese Symphony Orchestras
History
The history of the orchestra in Japan goes back to the Meiji period when the nation started to absorb the western culture and has been inherited by passionate and hardworking followers. Thanks to them, we now have 36 professional orchestras that give more than 3,900 performances annually.
After the World War II, as the society tried to regain its composure, the time was ripe for Japan to restart as a cultural nation. Professional orchestras were born one after another throughout Japan. The Agency for Cultural Affairs was set up anew under the Ministry of Education and Culture and began supporting professional orchestras’ programs. Naturally, orchestras in Tokyo and elsewhere alike became even more active.
In 1964, “Tokyo Orchestra Club” was formed in Tokyo. Reorganized in 1968, “Japanese Symphony Orchestras Liaison Conference” offered opportunities to share ideas on various issues related to orchestral administration. As for orchestras outside of Tokyo, “Association of Regional Orchestras” was founded in 1972. The two institutions’ relationship deepened. In a joint meeting in 1989, the formation of “National Orchestral Association” was unanimously approved. In July 1990, “Association of Japanese Symphony Orchestras” started as a private organization with Hiroshi Nagaoka as Chairman of the Board and officials from 18 orchestras as Director.
The Association conducted the research and study on professional orchestra administration, offered the education for those associated with orchestral music and opportunities for international exchange, and arranged other highly universal programs. In recognition of the achievement of such activities, the Association was approved as aggregate corporation by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (Agency for Cultural Affairs) on January 31, 1995.
In November 1997, the Association hosted “Orchestra Summit in Japan”, the first-ever international conference for orchestra administrators in Asia. It further arranged seminars on arts management and a series of workshops searching for new music education possibilities. In 2000 – 2010, it presented “Evening of Contemporary Orchestral Masterpieces of Japan” every year. The Association was assigned by the Agency for Cultural Affairs to produce “Asia Orchestra Week”, inviting orchestras from the Asia-Pacific region. It articulates the importance of classical music in modern society and actively continues to work for its development and expansion.
Membership
The Association has a membership of 34 orchestras under the category of either full member or associate member.
Full Members
Full membership is open to
- Orchestras registered as aggregate corporation, foundation or nonprofit organization.
- Full orchestras with double winds and brass or more that pay a fixed salary to the musicians.
- Orchestras that give more than ten self-produced concerts including five or more subscription concerts annually.
- Orchestras equipped with a body overseeing the administration.
- Orchestras recommended by a full member(s).
The steering committee and the board of directors will see if the orchestra fulfills the above requirements and if its achievement is suitable for full membership. The final decision is made at the general meeting.
Associate Members
Associate membership is open to
- Professional orchestras that have existed for more than two years, giving more than 30 concerts including subscription concerts annually.
- Orchestras whose key musicians are not employed by other orchestras.
- Full orchestras with double or more winds and brass. 50% or more musicians are employed permanently.
- Orchestras that have an administrative body with a librarian(s) and stage staff.
The steering committee and the board of directors will see if the orchestra fulfills the above requirements . The final decision is made at the general meeting.