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Experience the Magic of International Christmas Carols

On December 17, 2025, the Nikkei Muse Salon will host its 565th concert titled "World Christmas Carols" featuring esteemed performers Erika Colon and Vesselin Stoykov. This event will take place at the Nikkei Hall, located in the Chiyoda district of Tokyo, Japan. The doors will open at 18:00, and the performance will commence at 18:30, covering an approximate duration of two hours.

Event Highlights

This enchanting evening promises to be a celebration of global Christmas music, with a repertoire that includes traditional carols from Venezuela and Germany, as well as beloved opera pieces by classical composers like Handel and Mozart. The concert's distinct harmony will be led by the remarkable baritone Vesselin Stoykov and the celebrated soprano Erika Colon, showcasing their incredible vocal talents alongside the splendid organ arrangements by Ryoki Yamaguchi.

Performers:

• - Vesselin Stoykov (Bass-Baritone):

A notable figure hailing from Bulgaria, Stoykov first trained at the National Music Academy and the New Bulgarian University before earning a doctorate in music performance from the Detmold University of Music. Since debuting at the Stara Zagora National Opera House in 1995, he has captivated audiences across prestigious opera houses in Germany and Austria, earning accolades in various international competitions. His role as the artistic director of the Stara Zagora National Opera House further highlights his dedication to the arts.

• - Erika Colon (Soprano):

Born in Venezuela, Colon has completed her master's degree at the Royal Academy of Music in the UK, winning the Grand Prize at the Tokyo International Vocal Competition. A dynamic performer, she actively engages in concerts and lectures worldwide and serves as the artistic director for the White Hand Chorus NIPPON.

• - Ryoki Yamaguchi (Classical Organist):

Graduated from Waseda University’s Faculty of Political Science and Economics, Yamaguchi later pursued further studies at Tokyo University of the Arts, focusing on organ performance. His diverse repertoire spans classical, jazz, and popular genres, crafting concerts that have successfully attracted new enthusiasts to the world of organ music.

Program:

• - World Christmas Music:

- Franck / Panis Angelicus
- Venezuelan Carols
- German Carols (O Tannenbaum / Silent Night)

• - Opera Masterpieces:

- Handel / from the opera "Rinaldo" – Lascia ch'io pianga
- Mozart / from the opera "The Marriage of Figaro" – Non più andrai

• - Organ Solo Selections:

- Bach / Toccata and Fugue in D minor, BWV 565
- Vierne / Westminster Quarters, among others

Tickets for this not-to-be-missed concert are available through Confetti, operated by Long Run Planning Inc. in Shinjuku, Tokyo. General admission is set at ¥4,000, featuring reserved seating and tax included.

For more information about the event and to purchase tickets, please visit the official website: Nikkei Muse Salon and the ticketing service at Confetti.

This concert, organized with the support of the Nihon Keizai Shimbun and sponsored by Fancl, invites audiences to immerse themselves in a spectacular evening celebrating the spirit of Christmas through music that transcends borders.

Join us for this exquisite journey of sound and harmony, where the majestic tones of the organ intertwine with the enchanting voices of our stellar performers. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to witness a festive musical celebration!