'MERRY CHRISTMAS MR LAWRENCE'A TRIBUTE TO RYUICHI SAKAMOTO 坂本龙一 CANDLELIGHT CONCERT

There is a saying that goes, "There are only two kinds of people in the world: those who like Ryuichi Sakamoto and those who haven't met Ryuichi Sakamoto yet."

Ryuichi Sakamoto, a top Japanese composer and master of film scoring, is a recipient of the British Academy Film Award, Academy Award for Best Original Score, Golden Globe Award, and Grammy Award.

“世界上只存在两种人，一种是喜欢坂本龙一的，另一种是还不认识坂本龙一的”

坂本龙一，日本顶级作曲家、电影配乐大师，英国电影学院奖、奥斯卡最佳配乐奖、金球奖、格莱美奖获得者。

When it comes to the music of Ryuichi Sakamoto, it is a journey that traverses time and space, transporting our souls to different realms. Brisbane is set to host a musical extravaganza inspired by the works of Ryuichi Sakamoto and classic film and television music, seamlessly blending art, music, and ancient architecture.Ryuichi Sakamoto, a top Japanese composer and master of film scoring, is a recipient of the British Academy Film Award, Academy Award for Best Original Score, Golden Globe Award, and Grammy Award.

On this radiant night, let Ryuichi Sakamoto's music harmonize with the romantic elegance of Brisbane, immersing you in an extraordinary auditory feast. The tranquil candlelight will add a touch of mystery to the concert, making each note more enchanting. Audiences will be led into the world of Ryuichi Sakamoto's music and classic film and television music, experiencing the depth and charm of the melodies. Savor the classic tunes of Ryuichi Sakamoto's works, feeling the joy and contemplation brought by the music. On this night filled with romance and the charm of music, let's together appreciate the magic of Ryuichi Sakamoto's music, immerse ourselves in the ocean of music, accompanied by candlelight, and feel the awe-inspiring impact on our souls.

Welcome to this unique candlelight concert, where you can experience a Christmas like no other and immerse yourself in a different world of music.

当提到坂本龙一（Ryuichi Sakamoto）的音乐，便是一段旅程，它穿越时间和空间，将我们的灵魂带到不同的境地。布里斯班将迎来一场音乐的盛宴，以坂本龙一的作品和经典影视乐为灵感，将艺术、音乐和古建筑完美融合。
在这个闪耀的夜晚，让坂本龙一的音乐与布里斯班的浪漫雅相得益彰，让您置身于一场超凡脱俗的听觉盛宴之中。静谧的烛光将为这场音乐会增添一份神秘的氛围，使每一个音符都变得更加动人。观众将被带入坂本龙一音乐和经典影视乐的世界，感受音乐的深邃和魅力。品味坂本龙一作品中的经典旋律，感受音乐所带来的愉悦和思索。在这个充满着浪漫与音乐魅力的夜晚，让我们一同领略坂本龙一音乐的魔力，让我们共同沉浸在音乐的海洋中，与烛光相伴，感受心灵的震撼。

ABOUT Mr Ryuichi Sakamoto

Ryuichi Sakamoto is a highly acclaimed Japanese composer, musician, and producer, born on January 17, 1952. He has made significant contributions to the fields of music, film scoring, and electronic music. Sakamoto's versatile career spans various genres, from pop and electronic music to classical compositions.

One of his notable works is the score for the film "Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence" (1983), directed by Nagisa Oshima. Sakamoto not only composed the hauntingly beautiful soundtrack for the film but also starred in it alongside David Bowie and Tom Conti. The film's music, including the iconic theme, reflects Sakamoto's ability to create emotive and atmospheric compositions that enhance the cinematic experience.

Another major accomplishment is Sakamoto's work on the film "The Last Emperor" (1987), directed by Bernardo Bertolucci. For this soundtrack, Sakamoto collaborated with David Byrne and Cong Su, and their work earned them an Academy Award for Best Original Score. The music for "The Last Emperor" is a masterful fusion of traditional Chinese elements and modern Western orchestration, capturing the grandeur and emotional depth of the film's historical narrative.Throughout his career, Ryuichi Sakamoto has continued to produce influential and groundbreaking music, earning him numerous awards and accolades for his innovative contributions to the world of sound and composition.

坂本龙一是一位备受推崇的日本作曲家、音乐家和制作人，生于1952年1月17日。他在音乐、电影配乐和电子音乐等领域都取得了显著的成就。坂本的多才多艺的职业涵盖了各种流派，从流行音乐和电子音乐到古典作曲。他的一项著名作品是电影《圣诞快乐劳伦斯先生》（1983）的配乐，该片由冈山内博治执导。坂本不仅为影片创作了那令人难以忘怀的美丽配乐，而且还与大卫·鲍伊和汤姆·孔蒂一同出演了影片。影片的音乐，包括标志性的主题曲，反映了坂本创造情感丰富和富有氛围感的作曲的能力，增强了电影的视听体验。另一个重要的成就是坂本在贝纳尔多·贝托鲁奇执导的电影《末代皇帝》（1987）中的配乐。为这部电影的原声带，坂本与大卫·拜恩和苏聪共同合作，他们的作品赢得了奥斯卡最佳原创配乐奖。《末代皇帝》的音乐是传统中国元素和现代西方管弦乐的巧妙融合，捕捉到了电影历史叙事的宏伟和情感深度。在他的职业生涯中，坂本龙一一直在制作具有影响力和开创性的音乐，为他在声音和作曲领域的创新贡献赢得了无数奖项和赞誉。

Quality, Classic,Elegant,Romantic

Immersive music experience, relive classics, touch the atmosphere of live performances that resonate with the soul.

Pour all your love into the music, whispering to you in the romantic candlelight~~

GO EVENTS X Brisbane String Orchestra Perform. Piano Trio Perform.

GO EVENTS Branchs:

China: Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shandong, Australia: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Singapore, Malaysia, etc.

PROGRAM

1. Merry Christmas MR LAWRENCE
2. RAIN
3. Hwit
4. Energy Flow
5. Bibo No Aozora
6. No Theme
7. THE LAST Emperor 末代皇帝
8. Counter-Attack Mankind from attack on titan 進撃の巨人
9. is there still anything that love can do from Weathering With You 天気の子
10. Your name THEME 君の名は
11. The Untamed FROM 无羁 陈情令
12. BIG FISH FROM 大鱼
13. FLOWER DANCE 花之舞
14. STAY WITH ME FROM GOBLIN 鬼怪（孤单又灿烂的神）

品质，经典 & 优雅，浪漫

沉浸式音乐体验，重温经典，触碰心灵的现场LIVE演出氛围.将所有的爱意谱进乐章，在浪漫的烛光中对你轻声诉说～～

GO EVENTS X 逐光乐团演绎。钢琴三重奏Piano trio（英）表演形式。还原经典，演绎青春。钢琴三重奏Piano trio（英）：乐曲体裁或演奏形式之一。由钢琴、小提琴、大提琴组成。

一个美轮美奂的夜晚，一场怦然心动的演出
浸入式音乐体验，重温影视等经典时刻,触碰心灵的现场LIVE演出氛围，让你放松、沉浸在烛光海之中，体验与怀旧和美妙的音乐融为一体。

GO EVENTS BRANCH 中国：北京、上海、广州、深圳、山东，澳大利亚：悉尼、墨尔本、布里斯班，新加坡市，马来西亚等

TICKETS

No specific seating areas for now, choose seats based on arrival order.
No entry after the start of the performance.
Please note: seats are allocated on arrival.

GENERAL INFORMATION

DATE: December 8th
TIME:

1st Session

18:00 PM Concert Start(17.30PM Check-in)
18:00-19:25 PM: Performance

2nd Session

20:15PM Concert Start (19:55PM Check-in)

20:15-21:45PM:Performance

DURATION: 75 minutes (60 minutes of music, break/15 minutes, Drinks are included)
LOCATION: 300 George St northeast corner, Arabella Art Gallery

OTHERS

Due to the special nature of the performance, tickets are non-refundable after purchase.
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