Epson Free “Chopin for Japan” Concert to Support Relief Effort

Epson is organizing a “Chopin for Japan” free concert in support of relief effort for the recent Japan earthquake and Tsunami. More information after the break.

Singapore, 20 May 2011 – Epson, a world leader in digital imaging and printing solutions, together with the Singapore subsidiaries of Yamaha and Isetan will be sponsoring a free concert entitled “Chopin for Japan” in support of the relief effort for the recent Japan earthquake and tsunami disaster.

The concert features well-known Italian-American classical pianist Julian Gargiulo and guest soprano Satsuki Nagatome rendering Chopin compositions, well known Japanese songs and arias from famous Italian operas. The concert is scheduled to take place on Saturday, 28 May 2011 at 6:30pm at the Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage at the Singapore Botanic Gardens.

The concert will be open to the public for free and non-obligatory donations will be requested at the event. All proceeds will go to the Mercy Relief (www.MercyRelief.org) for their disaster relief effort in Japan.

“As a Japanese company, the effects of the recent disaster have been felt on a very personal level by our staff,” says Endo Koichi, Regional Chairman of Epson. “This is why we feel very honoured and grateful for this opportunity to help raise awareness and funds for the disaster victims. We hope concert attendees will not only enjoy the performance, but also generously donate to ease their suffering.”

Chopin for Japan Concert Details:
Featured artists: Pianist Julian Gargiulo

Guest soprano: Satsuki Nakatome

Venue: Shaw Foundation Symphony Stage, Singapore Botanic Gardens
Date / time: 28 May 2011 / 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Sponsors: Epson South & Southeast Asia

Yamaha Singapore

Isetan Singapore

Organisers: Embassy of the Republic of Poland in Singapore

Embassy of the Republic of Italy in Singapore

Italian Cultural Institute Singapore

Supported by: Japan Creative Centre

Japanese Association

La Muse

National Parks Board Singapore

Singapore Botanic Gardens

 

About Julian Gargiulo

Julian Lawrence Gargiulo is a dynamic classical pianist who renders the compositions of renowned masters with extraordinary passion and precision. Julian has studied with master musicians at some of the world’s most prestigious music institutions that include: the Verona State Conservatory, the Mugi Academy in Rome, the Moscow Conservatory, the Rowan University New Jersey, the Peabody Institute of the John Hopkins University, and the University of Maryland.

Julian’s concerts are characterised by his unique charm, humor and charisma; and he has performed in the United States, Canada, England, Italy, France, Germany, Russia, Singapore, Philippines, China, and Australia, to both public and critical acclaim. http://www.juliangargiulo.com

About Epson

Epson is a global imaging and innovation leader that is dedicated to exceeding the vision of customers worldwide through its compact, energy-saving, high-precision technologies, with a product lineup ranging from printers and 3LCD projectors for business and the home, to electronic and crystal devices.
Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises over 75,000 employees in 100 companies around the world, and is proud of its ongoing contributions to the global environment and the communities in which it operates. http://www.epson.co.jp/e

About Epson South & Southeast Asia

Since 1982, Epson has developed a strong presence across major markets in South and Southeast Asia. Led by the regional headquarters, Epson Singapore Pte Ltd., Epson South and Southeast Asia spans an extensive network of 18 countries, and is responsible for delivering and supporting Epson’s cutting-edge consumer and business digital imaging products to the customers of these markets through its comprehensive infrastructure of 427 service outlets, 4 Epson solution centres, 10 manufacturing facilities and 1 R&D centre. http://www.epson.com.sg

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