Sumire Hirotsuru solo album “11 Stories”

Sumire Hirotsuru Solo Album “11 Stories” ​
Fine Arts Music Co., Ltd. Press Release: September 26, 2025 Sumire Hirotsudome solo album “11 Stories” Eleven stories play out a dialogue of sensibility and elegance. A moment that resonates with Chrysler. A new album from world-renowned violinist Sumire Hirotsuru! Violinist Sumire Hirotsuru, a graduate of Harvard University and the Juilliard School, is active in a wide range of fields, including performing, television appearances, and educational activities. She has released her solo album, “11 Stories,” on her own label, Hatch Music.
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(C) Kurokawa Lute A single album that captures the musical story she has cherished since childhood. This album is filled with pieces that Sumire Hirotsuru has cherished playing since childhood. With a particular focus on the works of classical music master Fritz Kreisler, the album captures the origins and individuality of her music. Many famous pieces you’ve already heard! This album contains many pieces that even those who aren’t familiar with classical music can enjoy. For example… ●The masterpiece “Zigeunerweisen,” which you’ve probably heard at least once ●The rhythmically fun “Romanian Folk Dances” ●Ysaÿe’s unaccompanied works, depicting a profound world with just one violin Each piece is well worth listening to, allowing you to fully experience the charm of the violin! Exquisite harmony with the piano On piano is Hiroko Kono, who has extensive experience performing with vocal and instrumental musicians. She has been a longtime partner of Sumire Hirotsuru, and their synchronized performance adds depth to the piece. Bringing classical music closer to you Even those who think “classical music seems a bit difficult…” can easily enjoy this album. “11 Stories” is filled with masterpieces that will touch your heart, and is an album that allows you to fully appreciate the rich expressive power of the violin.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/166601/3/166601-3-bec798e638f6be3a2b160c92eba3dad0-2210×2210.jpg The meaning behind the label name “Hatch” “Hatch” means “hatching” in English. It symbolizes the moment when you break out of your shell and jump into a new world, and it embodies our desire to challenge new possibilities in music. [Album information] Released on September 24, 2025 『11 Stories』 (Eleven Stories)’ HATCHM-001 (CD) HATCH MUSIC / Fine Arts Music
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/166601/3/166601-3-3e957f7170db765c35e3323d68f48560-3900×3900.jpg Delivery link: https://SPACESHOWERFUGA.lnk.to/11stories [Concert information] Sumire Hirotsuru CD Release Commemorative Recital with Hiroko Kono Saturday, September 13th / Suzuka City Cultural Hall, Mie Sunday, September 14th / Munetsugu Hall, Aichi September 19th (Friday) / Hakuju Hall, Tokyo September 21st (Sunday) / Fujieda Civic Hall, Shizuoka September 23rd (Tuesday) / Shikochu Hall, Ehime September 28th (Sun) / Nirasaki Cultural Hall, Yamanashi October 10th (Fri) / Tower Records Shibuya Store CD Release Event October 26th (Sun) / Yame Orinasu Hall, Fukuoka Thursday, November 27th / Aubade Hall, Toyama Saturday, November 29th / Lucci Plaza, Shiga Sunday, November 30th / Yakage Cultural Center, Okayama Others [Recorded songs] 1. Fritz Kreisler: Vienna March 2. Kreisler: Prelude and Allegro 3. Irish Folk Songs / Arranged by Kreisler: Londonderry Songs 4. Bela Bartók: Romanian Folk Dances 5. Kreisler: The Beautiful Rosmarin 6. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart / Arranged by Kreisler: “Rondo” from the Haffner Serenade 7. Kreisler: Syncopations 8. Antonin Dvorak / Arranged by Kreisler: Songs My Mother Taught Me 9. Eugène Ysaÿe: Solo Violin Sonata No. 3 “Ballade” 10. Sergei Rachmaninoff / Arr. Kreisler: Piano Concerto No. 2, 2nd Movement, “Prayer” 11. Pablo de Sarasate: Zigeunerweisen Duration: 55 minutes and 2 seconds Sumire Hirotsuru (violin) Hiroko Kono (piano) Recorded: April 2025, Saitama Arts Theater [Profile] ●Sumire Hirotsuru (cello) Sumire Hirotsuru, violin
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/166601/3/166601-3-4aa240bdf117587993ec5a7438808597-1800×2700.jpg (c) Kurokawa Lute Born in Oita City. He performed with the Kyushu Symphony Orchestra at age 12 and made his solo debut at Carnegie Hall in New York while still in high school. While attending Harvard University, he frequently performed with world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma, and later based his career in the United States. He has performed with his own quartet at venues such as Lincoln Center and MoMA, and has also performed with Ichiro Nodaira at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. His album with Gil Shaham, recorded as The Knights, was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2022. In recent years, As a soloist, he has appeared on the Danish National Philharmonic’s Japan tour and embarked on a nationwide recital tour. His cross-genre activities include collaborations with major orchestras such as the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, overseas tours with jazz trumpeter Chris Botti, and recording a tango album in Buenos Aires. His performances have also garnered attention on TV shows such as “Untitled Concert,” “Tetsuko’s Room” (TV Asahi), and “Sing! Youth’s Best Songs” (NHK). He has studied under Akiko Tatsumi and Masao Kawasaki, and chamber music under Ronald Corpuz and Joseph Lin. He graduated from Harvard University and completed his studies at the Juilliard School. He is currently an associate professor at Akita International University, a visiting associate professor at Seikei University, and a member of the 13th Central Council for Education. https://sumirehirotsuru.com/ ●Hiroko Kohno (piano) Hiroko Kohno,piano
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/166601/3/166601-3-c734d65b4e36680b8489fadde8a2df8c-1801×2700.jpg (c) Yuto Kuroyanagi After graduating from the Toho Gakuen School of Music Department and Toho Gakuen College of Music, she completed her graduate studies at the same university’s graduate school. She has previously worked as a contract performer for the Toho Gakuen College of Music Vocal Music Department and as a pianist at the Nikikai Training Institute. She is renowned for her ensembles and has earned the trust of many performers, including Sara Kobayashi, Mutsumi Hatano, and Sumire Hirotsuru, who have performed with her as recital partners across Japan. Her performance at the “Portrait of Shinichiro Ikebe” event hosted by Art Tower Mito was included in Shinichiro Ikebe’s Chamber Music Collection III “Coral Tree Flowers.” She has also participated in numerous CD recordings, including an album by soprano singer Sara Kobayashi. She has also expanded her range of activities in various fields, including dubbing the hands and sounds of the main character (Juri Ueno) in the hit TV drama and film “Nodame Cantabile,” as well as providing on-site instruction.
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