The 5th Annual Circle Wind Memorial Concert

For those who lost lives at 9.11 tragedy 11 years ago & those suffered from 3.11 disaster in Japan last year

Date：SEPTEMBER 10, 2012

Venue：MERKIN CONCERT HALL AT KAUFMAN CENTER

Performers (Simplified)

Serving as the host choir and opening the concert.

Japan Choral Harmony “TOMO”

Soloists & Chamber Ensembles

• Takaoki Onishi – Baritone Solo

• Sumiko Tajihi – Violin Solo

• Additional performances by small instrumental ensembles including piano, clarinet, and strings

• Trio de Zunda

• Men’s Glee Club of New York

  
  

Special Guest

The Boys & Girls Choir of Harlem Alumni Ensemble A renowned ensemble formed by alumni of the Boys and Girls Choirs of Harlem, carrying on a legacy that influenced the musical world for over half a century.

Master of Ceremonies

Nozomi Terao (Representative, NPO Happy Doll)

Concert Director

Masaki (Mike) Shirota

Proceeds

All proceeds were donated to support recovery and charitable activities related to disaster-affected communities.

A Stage Symbolizing a Special Bond

A major highlight of this year’s concert was the special appearance byThe Boys & Girls Choir of Harlem Alumni Ensemble,a legendary group that has shaped the American music scene for over half a century and produced countless top artists.

Shortly after the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake, the ensemble traveled to evacuation centers along the coast of Iwate Prefecture, performing comfort concerts organized by NPO Circle Wind.

The heartfelt “connection” born in Sanriku continues to this day, and this performance—revived on a New York stage—carries profound significance as the sound of that bond resonates once again.

Details about their performances in Iwate will be featured in a separate special article.

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