Ryuichi Sakamoto | Playing the Orchestra 2014 (Blu-ray Disc)

Product Description

Ryuichi Sakamoto performs with a full orchestra in this premium live concert release, featuring his conducting and piano alongside the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra. Following the acclaimed Playing the Orchestra performance that drew attention in Japan in 2013, this 2014 Tokyo concert captures the rich musicality and grandeur of Sakamoto's orchestral vision.

The program brings together a wide range of celebrated works, including Sakamoto's signature compositions, YMO pieces, and film music. With full orchestration, these iconic melodies are revived in a powerful and elegant live setting that highlights the depth and beauty of the Sakamoto sound.

Planned Disc 1 selections include still life, aqua, bibo no aozora, ichimei, borelish, happy end, the last emperor, little buddah, ballet mechanique, yae no sakura, the sheltering sky, and merry christmas mr. lawrence.