The Rotterdam Philharmonic Orchestra, founded in 1918 and based in the vibrant port city of Rotterdam, is one of Europe’s leading symphony orchestras. Known for its passionate performances, innovative programming, and distinctive sound, the orchestra tours internationally and performs regularly in Europe’s top concert halls. It has a strong tradition of cultural exchange and is proud to share its musical heritage with audiences around the world.
This special Expo performance is a prelude to the orchestra’s concert tour through Japan from June 21 to 29, with symphonic concerts in major venues including Symphony Hall Osaka and Suntory Hall Tokyo.
Join us at Expo 2025 and discover the bold, bright voice of Rotterdam – through the brilliant brass of its world-class orchestra.
Date: Friday June 20, 2025, 16:00-17:00 (doors open 15:15)
Location: Festival Station, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai
Artists
Alex Elia, trumpet
Adrian Martinez, trumpet
Simon Wierenga, trumpet
David Fernandez Alonso, french horn
Felipe Santos, french horn
Wendy Leliveld, french horn
Pierre Buizer, french horn
Laurens Otto, french horn
Alexander Verbeek, trombone
Remko de Jager, trombone
Rommert Groenhof, basstrombone
Yanyi Zeng, tuba
Martijn Boom, percussion
Programme
1. Sakura Sakura traditional Japanese folk song/arr. Steven Verhelst
2. Rapsalon Fanfare Steven Verhelst
3. Three Dance Pieces
I. Canaries
II. Sarabande & Canon
III. Courante Louis Couperin/arr. D. Nikkel
4. Merry go round of life Joe Hisaishi / arr. Hai Mai
5. Danse Bacchanale Saint-Saëns/arr. Shingo Tsutsumi
6. 5 Miniatures
III. Scherzo
IV.Valse Ironique
V. Finale Jan Koetsier
7. October Eric Whitacre/arr. J. Miller
8. Somebody stole my Gal Leo Wood / arr. Steven Verhelst
9. Locus Iste Bruckner
10. Intro + Brass Cats (Mr. Jums) Chris Hazell
11. Sakura Sakura (Finale) traditional Japanese folk song / arr. Steven Verhelst
* Please note that seating is limited. Tickets for seats will be handed out on a first-come, first serve basis at festival station from 14:00.