Ghibli Best Stories: Hisaishi Tribute

25 December

FRIDAY

17:00

Haus an der Kreuzkirche, dresden, Germany

The outstanding pianist of the Vivalis Project Ensemble presents the most beautiful melodies by Japanese master composer Joe Hisaishi from Hayao Miyazaki’s iconic masterpieces—specially adapted into delicate, virtuosic arrangements for piano.

Hisaishi’s music forms the emotional heart of Miyazaki’s cinematic total work of art. His expressive compositions lend tangible depth to fantastical worlds and accompany quiet, touching moments as well as dramatic turning points. This creates a truly distinctive atmosphere that captivates audiences of all generations. In the intimate soundscape of the grand piano, these familiar melodies unfold their full magic and can be experienced in a particularly immediate way.

Join us on an unforgettable musical journey through the poetic worlds of My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke, The Wind Rises, and other well-known Studio Ghibli masterpieces. Soft, ethereal passages alternate with powerful moments—an extraordinary concert evening full of fantasy, nostalgic warmth, and lasting memories.

Hisaishi’s music forms the emotional heart of Miyazaki’s cinematic total work of art. His expressive compositions lend tangible depth to fantastical worlds and accompany quiet, touching moments as well as dramatic turning points. This creates a truly distinctive atmosphere that captivates audiences of all generations. In the intimate soundscape of the grand piano, these familiar melodies unfold their full magic and can be experienced in a particularly immediate way.