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German master pianist Gerhard Oppitz returns to Japan for a solo recital at Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall on Wednesday, 25 November 2026. Celebrated internationally for his authoritative interpretations of the Austro-German classical repertoire, Gerhard Oppitz 2026 Tickets presents a program focused on two cornerstone composers of his artistic career: Ludwig van Beethoven and Johannes Brahms.
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The Master of the German Classical Tradition
Gerhard Oppitz was born in Bavaria in 1953. He is a good piano player. Gerhard Oppitz learned a lot from Wilhelm Kempff, a German piano player. Gerhard Oppitz met Wilhelm Kempff in 1973. Wilhelm Kempff taught Gerhard Oppitz how to play the piano well. Gerhard Oppitz loves playing the music of Beethoven and Brahms. He plays with a lot of feeling and understanding.
In 1977 Gerhard Oppitz won a competition in Tel Aviv. It was called the Arthur Rubinstein International Piano Master Competition. Gerhard Oppitz was the German person to win this competition. This made Gerhard Oppitz very famous, over the world. Gerhard Oppitz 2026 Tickets are now available to see him play.
Throughout his career spanning more than five decades, Oppitz has performed as a soloist with world-renowned orchestras, including the Berlin Philharmonic, Vienna Philharmonic, London Symphony Orchestra, and Boston Symphony Orchestra. Gerhard Oppitz 2026 Tickets discography exceeds 80 recordings, encompassing complete recording cycles of the piano music of Johannes Brahms, Franz Schubert, and Ludwig van Beethoven. Oppitz is particularly revere for presenting complete cycles in major cultural capitals across Europe and Asia, establishing himself as one of the definitive Brahms interpreters of his generation.
Japanese classical music audiences have always loved Oppitzs performances.
He became more popular with Japanese concertgoers in 1994.
That is when the public broadcaster NHK showed a series about Oppitzs performances and classes on Beethovens piano sonatas.
Japanese classical music audiences really, like the way Oppitz plays the piano.
They got to know him better because of the series that NHK aired about Oppitz and his music, especially Beethovens piano sonatas.
Program Details for the Tokyo Performance
The recital program at Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall bridges early romanticism and late-nineteenth-century introspection:
- Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 8 in C minor, Op. 13 (“Pathétique”)
- Johannes Brahms: Six Piano Pieces, Op. 118
- Ludwig van Beethoven: Piano Sonata No. 14 in C-sharp minor, Op. 27, No. 2 (“Moonlight”)
- Johannes Brahms: Piano Sonata No. 3 in F minor, Op. 5
Starting with Beethovens Pathétique” sonata the performance takes a turn into the quiet and thoughtful pieces of Brahms late Op. 118 Miniatures. After a break Oppitz plays Beethovens moving “Moonlight” sonata. Ends with Brahms large Piano Sonata No. 3 In F minor—created when Brahms was only twenty years old.
Why Experience Gerhard Oppitz Live in Tokyo
Attending a piano recital in Tokyo offers a special cultural experience. Japanese concert audiences are known for their attention and deep respect for Western classical music traditions. Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall (Takemitsu Memorial) provides an environment designed specifically for unamplified acoustic instruments. Its wooden interior vaulting and balanced acoustics ensure that every nuance of Oppitzs touch—from pianissimo passages, to thunderous fortissimo chords—resonates clearly throughout the auditorium.
For people coming from countries who are visiting Tokyo in November seeing a famous musician perform in a top Japanese concert hall can be a memory that lasts a lifetime. It is a night of music that is different, from the usual places tourists go.
2026 Dates, Venues, and Ticket Information
Wednesday, 25 November 2026 – Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall, Tokyo
- Doors open: 18:15
- Performance starts: 19:00
| Ticket Category | Available Seats Price Range (JPY) | Reference Price Range (USD) |
| Standard Reserved (S / A / B Categories) | ¥4,500 – ¥6,500 | $30 – $43 |
| Youth Discount (U25 Tier) | ¥3,000 | $20 |
Ticket prices change over time with availability and demand, and are confirmed at the time of enquiry.
Ticketing Conditions
- All seats in the hall are fully reserve.
- U25 ticket holders must be age 25 or under at the time of the event and present official identification at entry.
- Children under school age are generally not permit inside the main hall during classical recitals.
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- Event Name: Gerhard Oppitz Piano Recital
- Date: Wednesday, 25 November 2026
- Venue: Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall
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Frequently Asked Questions
The performance takes place at Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall (Takemitsu Memorial) in Shinjuku, Tokyo.
The hall is directly connected to Hatsudai Station on the Keio New Line (one stop from Shinjuku Station). Take the East Exit for a short walk inside the Tokyo Opera City complex.
Yes, all standard seating categories for this performance at Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall are strictly reserved.
Yes, the U25 discount category requires ticket holders to be 25 years of age or younger on the date of the show, with valid photo identification presented at the venue door.
Classical solo recitals by internationally acclaimed master pianists in Tokyo frequently reach capacity, particularly for mid-tier reserved seating categories. Early booking is advised
Venue & Access
Tokyo Opera City Concert Hall (Takemitsu Memorial)
- Address: 3-20-2 Nishi-Shinjuku, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo
- Nearest Station: Hatsudai Station (Keio New Line)
- Access Directions: Arrive at Hatsudai Station via the Keio New Line (one stop from Shinjuku Station). Take the East Exit, which connects directly into the lower levels of the Tokyo Opera City building. The Concert Hall is located on the 3rd floor.
- Nearby Landmark: Tokyo Opera City Tower and the NTT InterCommunication Center (ICC).
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