We are pleased to announce this year’s chorus program has been finalized.

We are once again accepting applications for the “Chorus Class.”
Application guidelines will be published in mid-April, with the application period scheduled for early June.
Selected participants will perform as chorus members in the concert on Sunday, August 23rd, following three days of practice and rehearsal.
Information from last year is available here for your reference.

The 46th Kusatsu Summer International Music Academy & Festival
Sunday, August 23, 2026, 4:00 P.M.
Kusatsu Music Forest International Concert Hall
Chorus and Orchestra: From “B” (Bach) to “B” (Brahms)

Chorus Program
J. Brahms: German Requiem, Op. 45

Conductor: Yoshihisa Kihara
Soloist: Jun Hagiwara (Bas), Akie Amou (Sop)
Performed by: Kusatsu Festival Orchestra
Chorus Conductor: Takuya Yokoyama

*Further details regarding other pieces and performers will be released later.
*Information as of Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
*Please note that the program and performers are subject to change.

Ticket information and details on other concerts will be announced soon.
We look forward to welcoming you.