THE MUSIC OF STUDIO GHIBLI

Welcome to the MUSIC OF STUDIO GHIBLI Concert!

Prepare to be transported into the enchanting world of Studio Ghibli's magical melodies by Joe Hisaishi. Join us on Sunday, July 12. 2026, at 19:00 in the prestigious Duke's Hall at the Royal Academy of Music. Doors open at 18:30, and the concert will commence promptly at 19:00, with a brief intermission from 19:40 to 19:50.

Following the overwhelming success of our sold-out previous Ghibli themed concerts, we are excited bring the programme back again in 2026.

Immerse yourself in live performances of iconic soundtracks from beloved Ghibli classics such as Spirited Away, My Neighbor Totoro, and many more. Don’t miss this unforgettable evening of nostalgia and wonder. Secure your tickets now and let the music whisk you away to a realm of fantasy and adventure!

PROGRAMME:

• Spirited Away - One Summer's Day
• Spirited Away - Sootballs
• Spirited Away - The Dragon Boy
• Spirited Away - The Sixth Station
• Spirited Away - Reprise
• The Wind Rises - Nahoko, I miss you
• Princess Mononoke - Mononoke Hime
• Princess Mononoke - The Legend of Ashitaka
• Howl's Moving Castle - Merry Go Round of Life

INTERMISSION

• Ponyo - Deep Sea Ranch
• Ponyo - Mother of the Sea
• Kiki's Delivery Service - A Town With an Ocean View
• Kiki's Delivery Service - Mother's Broom
• Laputa: Castle in the Sky - Carrying You
• Porco Rosso - The Bygone Days
• My Neighbor Totoro - Path of the Wind
• My Neighbor Totoro - Tonari no Totoro

*Programme subject to change

Musicians:

• Saori Oda - Soprano

SAORI ODA recently appeared in PACIFIC OVERTURES at The Menier Chocolate Factory as Shogun / Madam. She performed in a new musical GALAXY TRAIN at The Other Palace and played Carlotta, in THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA at His Majesty’s Theatre(Former Her Majesty's Theatre), a role she had played on the UK Tour. Saori has toured the UK as Christmas Eve in AVENUE Q and other credits include ALADDIN at The Hackney Empire, THE KING AND I at The London Palladium, MISS SAIGON UK Tour, CAROUSEL & MADAME BUTTERFLY at the ENO, MISS SAIGON West End, THE LION KING West End, WICKED West End and THE WIZARD OF OZ.

• Elizabeth Jirickova - Violin

Elizabeth Jirickova is a Czech-born violinist who graduated with Distinction from the Royal Academy of Music in London, studying under Giovanni Guzzo, Michael Foyle, and Levon Chilingirian. A prize winner in the “Homage to Vasa Prihoda New European Talents” competition, she has performed at the Oxford Lieder Festival, Český Krumlov International Music Festival, and venues like the Czech Embassy in London. Praised for her sweet tone and charismatic stage presence, Elizabeth has also performed with the Czech Philharmonic, BBC Proms, and various UK orchestras.

• Aleksandra Pykacz - Cello

Aleksandra pykacz completed her MA in Cello Peerformance at the Royal Conservatoire of Brussels. A prize-winner in numerous classical music competitions, she has been invited to perform at festivals such as Harmos Classical in Portugal, Santander Music Festival in Spain, and Tehran Contemporary Music Festival, where she premiered Hooshyar Khayam's Cello Concerto. Her musical interests span classical, pop, jazz, and world music. With a rich performance history across multiple countries, Aleksandra continues to captivate audiences worldwide.

• Hiroko Yamamoto - Piano

Hiroko Yamamoto graduated from Trinity College of Music, studying piano with Alexander Ardakov and Nina Sereda, and classical singing with Elizabeth Haws, Penny Clark, and Joh Wakefield. She won the 4th prize at the Beethoven Piano Competition in Japan and the Anthony lindsay Piano Prize from Trinity College. Hiroko has performed in Portugal, Japan, Australia, and the UK, including St George's in Bristol and St James' Church in Piccadiilly Circus. She has toured with opera singers on Swan Hellenic Cruise and P&O across the Atlantic Ocean.

For the past seven years, Hiroko has studied under Pascal Nemirovski, focusing on piano performance and pedagogy. She continues to perform as a soloist and chamber musician. She served as Head of Music at a primary school in South Kensington for 12 years, directing numerous school productions and concerts, including several at the Royal College of Music.

Please note:

This event is not recommended for children under 5

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Legal notice: Music from Studio Ghibli films, composed by Joe Hisaishi. All rights of the composers and publishers are respected. This concert is an independent and unofficial production. It is not affiliated with Joe Hisaishi, Studio Ghibli, or their partners.

Info: The doors to the venue will open promptly at 18:30. Please do not to arrive earlier than this, as there is no waiting area available. The toilets are located in the basement, so plan to use them before the concert begins. Please note that no food or drink is allowed in Duke's Hall, except for bottled water. There will be no bar service or vending machines available at RAM, so be sure to bring your own bottled water.

Info: For the first half of the concert, enjoy music from the films Spirited Away, The Wind Rises, Princess Mononoke, and Howl's Moving Castle

Info: 15 minutes intermission. The toilets are located in the basement, so plan to use them before the concert begins. Please note that no food or drink is allowed in Duke's Hall, except for bottled water. There will be no bar service or vending machines available at RAM, so be sure to bring your own bottled water.

Info: The second half of the concert will feature music from the following films: Ponyo, Kiki's Delivery Service, Porco Rosso, Castle in the Sky and My Neighbor Totoro

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