From the program: “The multitalented Joe Hisaishi has composed more than 100 film scores and is best known as the musical mind behind nearly all of famed Japanese animation director Hayao Miyazaki’s films with Studio Ghibli, earning him widespread recognition and admiration for his scores’ beloved and enduring status.”
Marsha had another commitment so she gave me her ticket to pass on, which I did, to Bonnie. We had a really good time!
Here’s the orchestra setting up for the first piece which was entirely strings. The second piece brought in some horns and woodwinds, and by the time it was Pictures at an Exhibition, the floor was full.
