The first edition of the Far Eastern Classical Music Festival showcases the rich musical culture of Japan and Japanese musicians. Akiko Suwanai joins the Ferenc Liszt Chamber Orchestra for a performance of Mozart’s Violin Concerto No.5, and Beethoven’s Triple Concerto alongside pianist Gábor Farkas and cellist István Várdai on 1 September, followed by a performance of Brahms’ Piano Quartet No.1 on the 2 September. The performances take place in Budapest’s newest venue, the House of Music, Hungary.

On 9 September, Akiko will return to the renowned Stresa Festival perform Mozart’s Violin Concerto No.5 with Basel Sinfonieorchester under the baton of Ivor Bolton.