Classical Concert for Children, Adults, and People with Disabilities to Enjoy: "A Very Lively Concert" to be Held on July 18 at Minato Mirai Hall Small Hall, Tickets Now on Sale

Music Group Sun and Luck presents "A Very Lively Concert" to be performed on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall Small Hall (2-3-6 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture). Tickets are now on sale through Confetti (operated by Longrun Planning Co., Ltd., Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director: Taigo Kurematsu). Tickets on sale at Confetti Official Website

A Concert for Everyone to Enjoy, with Efforts to Lower Barriers to Attendance This performance, subtitled "A Borderless Concert Welcoming 0-year-olds, Preschoolers, and Individuals with Developmental Characteristics." It is an unprecedented effort to make it easier for children with developmental characteristics or intellectual disabilities and their families to enjoy, by publicly announcing all the pieces and their order to be performed on the day via SNS in advance. Despite being strictly classical with no children's songs, it receives support from many people every year.

- Knowing the songs in advance makes them more enjoyable to listen to. - Knowing the order of the songs provides a sense of predictability. - Seeing the performers' usual demeanor beforehand helps lower psychological barriers. These efforts yield various benefits.

The venue also sets its own unique seating capacity to facilitate easy entry and exit. The performers' lighthearted talks also put the audience at ease, demonstrating thorough attention to creating a welcoming environment. This well-prepared environment is popular not only with people with disabilities but also with families with preschoolers and adult solo attendees, truly making it "A concert for everyone."

"I came with my child, but I, as a parent, also enjoyed it very much." "I never thought I could come to a classical concert, so I really enjoyed it." "My child, who is usually restless, asked, 'Is it over already?'" Many such comments are received after the performances, and the concert gains more fans with each iteration.

At its core is the spirit of seeing everyone as an individual, regardless of whether they are a child or an adult, or whether they have a disability. The presence or absence of a disability becomes irrelevant. It is a time for cultural experience woven by the non-verbal communication of classical music. "A Very Lively Concert" opens again this year at Minato Mirai Hall.

Initiatives of "A Very Lively Concert" ★ Walking around and entering/exiting during the performance are OK! ★ Sales ended for 340 out of 440 seats. ★ All program pieces and their order announced in advance! ★ Program notes available for reading at home, released in advance! ★ See performers and rehearsals through official SNS posts!

【Program】 Mozart: Eine kleine Nachtmusik Saint-Saëns: Excerpts from Carnival of the Animals Saint-Saëns: Danse Macabre French Folk Song / Arranged by Hayato Yamazoe: J'ai perdu le do de ma clarinette

An interactive corner where you can enjoy music with your body is also being planned. For the latest program information, check the official website and SNS! https://www.instagram.com/nigiyaka_concert/ https://www.youtube.com/@nigiyaka-concert

Performance Overview "A Very Lively Concert" Date and Time: Saturday, July 18, 2026, Doors open 12:30 PM / Performance starts 1:00 PM (Ends 2:30 PM) Venue: Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall Small Hall (2-3-6 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture)

Performers Mikako Hitokubi (Flute) Kazuyoshi Sugita (Cello) Ai Ueno (Piano) Hayato Yamazoe (Clarinet)

Ticket Prices Non-reserved seat: 3,000 yen Wheelchair seat: 3,000 yen (Tax included) *Lap seating for children up to 2 years old is free. If a seat is required, a ticket is necessary.

Staff Organizer: Music Group Sun and Luck Sponsors: Okan no Kakekomidera, Karada Tuning Pirutsu, Kotoba Camp, Nice Company Inc., Japan Association for Child Development and Parenting Support, Developmental Science Communication Master Trainer Horun Imagawa, L'ashure Mail Co., Ltd., Little Monte Gift School Support: Kanagawa Prefecture, Kanagawa Prefectural Board of Education, Yokohama City Board of Education Planning: Mikako Hitokubi Stage Director: Hideo Suzuki (Kanon Kobo) Cooperation: Rivero Music School

Music Group Sun and Luck A music organization led by flutist Mikako Hitokubi, a mother of two autistic children. It is committed to holding only borderless concerts.

Ticket Site "Confetti" How to purchase tickets / Confetti member benefits https://service.confetti-web.com