In pictures: A musical evening with pianist Yukiko Kusunoki at Tollygunge Club
From original compositions to timeless tunes of Tagore, the Japanese artiste covered it all
By
Urvashi Bhattacharya |
Published 08.12.23, 04:34 PM
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Japanese pianist Yukiko Kusunoki graced the stage on November 26 at Tollygunge Club. This noteworthy event was the result of a collaborative endeavour between Tolly Club and the Consulate General of Japan in Kolkata. During this memorable evening, Kusunoki delivered a captivating one-and-a-half-hour performance, showcasing her exceptional musical talent to the appreciative audience
Photo courtesy Tollygunge Club
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The evening of refined music commenced with Schumann’s melodious ‘Scenes of Childhood’, seamlessly transitioning into Beethoven's iconic ‘Moonlight Sonata’. Subsequently, the audience embarked on a lyrical journey through mood-lifting Japanese piano tunes, evoking the spirit of autumn. The performance further unfolded with Debussy’s exquisite ‘Suite Bergamasque’ and the well-loved ‘Clair de Lune’, enhancing the musical experience
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During her time at Santiniketan, Kusunoki cultivated a deep appreciation for Tagore’s music. The pianist presented renditions of Tagore’s compositions, including ‘Ekla Cholo Re’, ‘Alo Amar Alo Ogo’ and ‘Purano Sei Diner Kotha’. The evening also saw a captivating performance of ‘Homura’, from the Japanese anime film, ‘Demon Slayer’
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The programme took off with a brief welcome speech by (left) Malini Sarkar, the chairperson of the Tolly Club entertainment committee, followed by Kusunoki introducing herself. The CEO of Tollygunge Club, Brig V Ganapathy (retired), thanked everyone, including the Japanese Consul General, after the show
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The Japanese Consul General in Kolkata, Koichi Nakagawa, took to the stage and honoured Kusunoki. During his speech, he underscored the importance of cultural exchange between Japan and India, particularly emphasising the role of music in fostering this connection
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The Consul General even posed for a photograph with the Tollygunge Club team, which comprised Malini Sarkar, Brig V Ganapathy and Arjun Nahata, a club member
