The Ginza Male Chorus performs an eclectic program of classical male choir standards, musical numbers, J-pop, anison (“anime songs”), and enka (traditional Japanese music with emotional ballads and nostalgic lyrics).

THE GINZA MALE CHORUS

Monday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Zankel Hall at Carnegie Hall – 57th Street and 7th Avenue

Admission: Free (limit of 8 tickets per person)

To reserve tickets, please visit Carnegie Hall’s website.

Program

Hattori – “Kotoryojyo”
Shuhei Hosaka – "Poem of Youth"
Takatomi Nobunaga – "Gunjo"
Hidetoshi Satoh – "Cruel Angel's Thesis"
C. Schönbert – "Do You Hear the People Sing?" from Les Misérables
Bob Chilcott – A Little Jazz Mass

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NYC-Based J-pop Cover Band to Perform

Akari Village, a J-pop cover band based in the East Village of New York City

Akari Village | Amber Balleras | Owen Chen Trio

Sunday, February 16 at 7:30 p.m. (Doors: 7:00 p.m.)

Berlin – 25 Avenue A (at E. 2nd Street)

Admission: $13.61 (including fees)

Akari Village is a J-pop cover band based in the East Village. With a playlist ranging from old ‘80s City Pop to anime theme songs to today’s hits, Akari Village will bring their energy to Berlin, NYC’s premier small music venue. They’ll be joined by Amber Balleras and Owen Chen Trio.

To purchase tickets, please visit Berlin’s website.

Akari Village

Will Okada – Vocals/Violin
Nozomi Yoshinaka – Guitar
Shiharu Yamashita – Vocals
Winston Yang – Piano
Marwan Ramen – Bass
Jacob Byrd – Drums

Follow Akari Village on Instagram.

Akari Village: J-Pop + Anime Live

Thursday, March 6 from 8:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.

The Red Pavilion – 1241 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn

Admission: $17.28 – $64.29

Akari Village also has an upcoming performance at The Red Pavilion, an Asian neo-noir cabaret and nightclub in Bushwick, Brooklyn, in early March. Walk-ins welcome. There is a one-drink minimum per person for table service. To purchase tickets, please visit The Red Pavilion’s website.

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Beer Garden at Japan Village

Japan Village Beer Garden

Friday, October 18 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.

Japan Village Courtyard – 934 3rd Avenue, Brooklyn

Admission: Free

Japan Village is hosting an evening of Japanese beer, delicious food, and live music performances!

Guests can enjoy a wide selection of authentic Japanese beers and the perfect opportunity to relax, unwind, and experience the vibrant culture of Japan in a lively, welcoming atmosphere.

Miyabi Uta Project: The Western Influence on Japanese Music

There will be a special performance of Japanese songs accompanied by acoustic guitar and violin. Discover the cultural crossover that led to the vibrant genres we know today.

For more information about these events, please visit Japan Village’s website and follow them on Instagram.

THE GINZA MALE CHORUS to Perform at Carnegie Hall