![]() | Risa Inagawa(Project Originator, @epice.trio Violin) |
In 2010, I had the privilege of meeting a doctor undergoing treatment in a hospice, introduced to me by a senior pianist. This remarkable man, who had crafted violins as a personal passion alongside his medical career for many years, shared with me his final wish: to hear a performance on one of his own violins. With his instrument in hand, we orchestrated a mini-concert within the hospice’s walls. |
![]() | Maiko Horita (Illustration) |
The picture book production began in June 2021, when my long-time friend, Risa Inagawa, told me she has a story she would love to turn into a picture book. In her career as a violinist Risa has been holding numerous recitals, and in her book-reading concerts she had been using existing picture books, but with such books there are usage restrictions limiting the possibilities of the concert's contents and promotion. She entrusted me with her vision of spreading the joy of classical music to more people and children through an original picture book that would allow her to do this more freely. Each page of this 24-page picture book reveals a breathtaking full-spread illustration, bringing the story to life in vivid detail. Fans of pencil sketches and the delicate beauty of watercolour will be enchanted by Violin from The Forest’s artistic presentation. I trust that the heartfelt tale of a gentle and innocent Rabbit’s encounter will strike a chord with readers of all ages, resonating deeply within their hearts. Aug 2023 |
book reading classical concert (2023 concert)
with @epice.trio (2023 concert)
With author, Kacchi-san
2023 Concert flyer
During the book reading time, the book's drawings were presented on a large screen, so that not only the children sat at the front but also everyone else sat at the back can also enjoy the session. (2023 concert)
The program was truly an immersive experience for all young and older, with a variety of music and songs that were fun and majestic. The trio had prepared original arrangements and translated lyrics into Japanese just for this occasion. A big round of applause to epice trio for providing a wonderful musical experience that was both highly accomplished and yet approachable for everyone! (2023 programme)
2023 concert programme
2023 concert programme
2024 concert flyer
2024 concert, with epice trio
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition flyer
2024 exhibition, with Risa
2024 Exhibition, with epice trio
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition
Risa Inagawa(Project Originator, @epice.trio Violin)
Maiko Horita (Illustration)
book reading classical concert (2023 concert)
with @epice.trio (2023 concert)
With author, Kacchi-san
2023 Concert flyer
During the book reading time, the book's drawings were presented on a large screen, so that not only the children sat at the front but also everyone else sat at the back can also enjoy the session. (2023 concert)
The program was truly an immersive experience for all young and older, with a variety of music and songs that were fun and majestic. The trio had prepared original arrangements and translated lyrics into Japanese just for this occasion. A big round of applause to epice trio for providing a wonderful musical experience that was both highly accomplished and yet approachable for everyone! (2023 programme)
2023 concert programme
2023 concert programme
2024 concert flyer
2024 concert, with epice trio
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition flyer
2024 exhibition, with Risa
2024 Exhibition, with epice trio
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition
2024 exhibition