Hayao Miyazaki's Dreams by Mystery Ensemble

Join us on August 22nd at the stunning St Mary’s Church, Nottingham, for one of our most beloved and best-selling programmes!

The Miyazaki Dreams concert is an immersion in the fabulous atmosphere of the films of the world-famous Japanese director and Oscar winner Hayao Miyazaki. Mystery Ensemble has collected magical music from his anime and compositions inspired by his creations.

The evening programme includes renowned works composed by ingenious Joe Hisaishi, including My Neighbour Totoro, the legendary anime Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle, Laputa: Castle in the Sky and others. The programme also includes works by other composers inspired by Miyazaki’s artworks.

Musical themes will transport viewers into the atmosphere of famous anime stories and introduce brave heroines, magical creatures, and characters inspired by Japanese folklore.

About venue

St Mary’s Church, Nottingham, is the city’s largest and most impressive medieval church, standing proudly in the historic Lace Market district. Dating primarily from the 14th and 15th centuries, the building is a fine example of English Gothic architecture, with its commanding tower and elegant stonework forming one of Nottingham’s most recognisable landmarks.

Inside, the church reveals a vast and luminous interior, where soaring arches, intricate tracery, and richly coloured stained-glass windows create an atmosphere of grandeur and serenity. The spacious nave and beautifully crafted details offer a setting that feels both monumental and welcoming, steeped in centuries of history.

Duration: 60 minutes (Doors open 30 to 45 min prior to the start time; late entry is not permitted).

Doors open at least 30 minutes before the concert.
Out of respect for guests and performers, late entry may not be permitted. We cannot guarantee your original seats after the concert begins.

Age restriction: 6+

Don’t miss your unique chance to witness one of the most soothing, enchanting, and cinematic concerts of the season!

About Mystery Ensemble

The concert's mysterious flair will be created by the unique connection between the musicians and the surrounding architecture & lighting. The very intimate atmosphere of the hall will help the ensemble to transport the audience into the cryptic world of her majesty’s music.

Mystery Ensemble is a group of professional musicians performing unique programs in non-standard venues around the UK, Europe and Beyond.

Experience outstanding works from different eras, experimental music, tributes, and world soundtracks of films and series, as well as absolutely unique programs and immersive shows. All music is presented in the author’s arrangements. With the possibility of independent program selection, unexpected locations, and the flexibility of the format, our team of professional musicians is inspired to bring their favourite music to life.

Founded in 2021, our studio of contemporary music has grown rapidly, with over 40 shows in the UK in its first year. Our founder, Almin Alexander, has devoted more than 12 years to the music industry and the development of cultural initiatives worldwide, working with many outstanding musicians and musical groups.

The ensemble’s repertoire contains an incredible amount of music. Just look at some of the programs so dearly loved by our viewers: these are tribute concerts of such great composers as Ludovico Einaudi, Hans Zimmer, John Williams, Ólafur Arnalds, Joe Hisaishi, or the minimalists’ John Cage and David Lang, along with At the same time, the ensemble performs popular soundtracks from sensational TV shows and movies: Wednesday, The Young Pope, Harry Potter, a variety of Disney and Pixar films, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit saga, Spencer, Star Wars and others. There is also the unique music of Enigma and Enya, combined with neoclassical music, world rock hits, and tributes to the legendary Michael Jackson, Queen, and the Beatles. For lovers of the classics, the ensemble collection includes music by W.A. Mozart, J.S. Bach, L.V. Beethoven, R. Wagner, I. Strauss, P.I. Tchaikovsky, S.V. Rachmaninov, and other key composers. And much more. Every month, the studio releases new programs and updates the existing repertoire.

For some projects, the team gathers as part of a chamber or small symphony orchestra.

Join us and experience the creative energy and passion that drives our team to bring music to life in unforgettable ways!

PROGRAMME

• Joe Hisaishi — Summer (from Kikujiro)
• Joe Hisaishi — Kiki’s Delivery Service (from Kiki’s Delivery Service)
• Joe Hisaishi — Path of The Wind Totoro (from My Neighbour Totoro)
• Joe Hisaishi — One Summer Day (from Spirited Away)
• Ikue Asazaki — Obokuri-Eeumi
• Joe Hisaishi — Howl (from Howl’s Moving Castle)
• John Cage — In a Landscape
• Joe Hisaishi — Legend of Ashitaka (from Princess Mononoke)
• Joe Hisaishi — Carrying You (from Laputa: Castle in the Sky)
• Joe Hisaishi — Nausikaa (from Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind)
• Joe Hisaishi — The Sixth Station Spirited Away (from Spirited Away)
• Joe Hisaishi — Totoro (from My Neighbour Totoro)

*Please note that the programme is subject to changes

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