Yamaha New Artist Concert 2026 to Feature 73 Emerging Performers from 24 Universities, with New Marimba Division Established

Yamaha Music Japan Co., Ltd. (hereinafter, "the Company") will hold the "2026 Yamaha New Artist Concert," a concert featuring emerging performers who graduated from music universities and specialized music courses in 2026, at Yamaha Hall on June 19 (Fri) - 21 (Sun) and June 27 (Sat).

This concert has traditionally consisted of three divisions: "Woodwind Instruments," "Clarinet," and "Brass Instruments." However, a new "Marimba Division" has now been established. Accordingly, the concert name will be changed from the conventional "Yamaha Wind Instrument New Artist Concert" to "Yamaha New Artist Concert."

In 1983, the Company launched the "Yamaha Wind Instrument New Artist Concert" as a platform to support the activities of aspiring performers. To date, over 2,000 young performers have participated, with many now active as orchestra members, soloists, and instructors.

In the wind instrument field in Japan, many other new artist concerts are held in addition to this one. However, in the percussion field, there has been a challenge of limited opportunities for young musicians to showcase their performances and hone their skills. Against this backdrop, the marimba division was newly established with the aim of expanding the possibilities for future percussionists.

Through this concert, the Company aims to widely introduce young performers and encourage their future success.

"2026 Yamaha New Artist Concert Official Website" https://jp.yamaha.com/news_events/2026/winds/debut_concert_tokyo.html

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1. Schedule

Division | Date | Time ---|---|--- Woodwind Instruments Division (30th) | June 19 (Fri) | 16:30 Doors Open, 17:00 Start Clarinet Division (44th) | June 20 (Sat) | 14:30 Doors Open, 15:00 Start Brass Instruments Division (42nd) | June 21 (Sun) | 13:30 Doors Open, 14:00 Start Marimba Division (1st) | June 27 (Sat) | 14:30 Doors Open, 15:00 Start

2. Venue

Yamaha Hall (7F, 7-9-14 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo)

3. Admission Fee

2,000 yen (tax included, all reserved seats)

4. Ticket Handling

Yamaha Music Japan Co., Ltd. Atelier Tokyo TEL 03-3574-0619 *Weekdays 10:30-18:30

5. Performers

73 individuals from 24 universities (21 in Woodwind Instruments, 14 in Clarinet, 20 in Brass Instruments, 18 in Marimba) *Please check the "2026 Yamaha New Artist Concert" website for performer names.

(Reference) About Yamaha Marimbas

In 1984, the Company launched the world's first 5-octave marimba, the "YM-6000." Subsequently, the "YM-6100," which inherited the design philosophy of the "YM-6000," was developed. It is now widely recognized as a concert marimba, and many players who use it are active both in Japan and internationally.

Yamaha Marimba "YM-6100"

Related Information

* Artists and Organizations who use Yamaha Marimbas and Percussion Instruments Yamaha marimbas are favored by leading artists active both in Japan and internationally. https://jp.yamaha.com/products/contents/percussion/artists/index.html

* Keiko Abe International Marimba Academy Since 2006, Yamaha has hosted a marimba academy offering lessons and lectures by internationally renowned marimba player Keiko Abe. Approximately 300 participants from Japan and abroad have attended to date. https://jp.yamaha.com/products/contents/percussion/marimba-academy/index.html

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