The CD sleeve for “Toru Takemitsu: 1982 Historic Recordings” to be released by Deutsche Grammophon on July 7 (Provided by Universal Music)
SAPPORO For the lucky few who attended a June 27, 1982, live performance by the Sapporo Symphony Orchestra with Hiroyuki Iwaki conducting, that occasion now steeped in legend is available on compact disc.
Of course, the CD to be released July 7 is intended for a wider audience, but for those who were there that evening the disc is bound to be a treasured item.
The concert heralded world-premiere performances of three works by Toru Takemitsu (1930-1996), widely regarded as one of the most influential composers of the 20th century.