Kleine Schule music school
Kleine Schule is a music school for trumpet, marimba, drums, percussions, and piano in Hisagi, Zushi.
We grew up in Zushi, pursued a career in music, studied in Germany, and worked with a Russian opera orchestra. However, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war, we were forced to return home earlier than we had imagined.
From now on, we hope to share our various experiences abroad with the children in our hometown. Thus, we founded ‘Kleine Schule’ (which means ‘Little School’ in German).
In Germany and Russia, when children start learning instruments like the trumpet or percussion, they study with professional musicians in music schools in town. Similar to typical piano lessons in Japan, they have one-on-one lessons with teachers, and as they advance, they participate in group lessons like ensemble playing.
However, in Japan, many children start learning wind and percussion instruments through extracurricular activities like brass bands, often without proper instruction or guidance on correct techniques.
It’s strange that while piano lessons involve going to a piano school, the only option for learning instruments like the trumpet or percussion is through extracurricular activities.
Outside of school, we want to create more places where people of all ages can learn and enjoy music, making music more accessible to everyone.
Please note that lessons in English or German are currently available for trumpet only.
With this in mind, we’re always ready to welcome you.
by Tomoyuki and Ririko Saito
Tomoyuki Saito
Trumpet
Born in Zushi in 1993. Began studying trumpet under Prof.Osamu Kumashiro at the age of 11. Moved to Germany at 19 and studied under Mr. Rainer Auerbach at the Berlin National Opera House, then worked as a freelance musician. Later, studied under Prof. Helmut Erb at the Würzburg Music University, graduating in 2019. Learned Baroque trumpet under Prof. Hannes Rux from 2015 to 2019.
Upon graduation, appointed as Associate Principal Trumpet of the Russian National Buryat Opera Orchestra. Participated in numerous premieres such as the opera "Madama Butterfly" and the ballet "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
In 2022, due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russo-Ukrainian war, returned to Japan permanently and currently works as a freelance musician, performing with professional orchestras such as the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra and providing guidance to younger musicians.
Additionally, as the founder of Ensemble Classica Zushi, aims to make classical music and ballet more accessible to many people in Zushi. Also organizes and manages stage performances for children, such as "Clown and Trumpeter," with his brother, Mitsuhisa Saito, a ballet dancer.
Since 2023, also active as a tenor singer, studying vocal under Tatsuya Takahashi.
[Main Organized Performances]
2017 Brass Quintet Concert
(Zushi Cultural Plaza Nagisa Hall)
2018 Ensemble Classica Zushi ~Classic Masterpieces with Brass Resonance~
(Zushi Cultural Plaza Nagisa Hall)
2019 Ensemble Classica Zushi ~Collaboration of Ballet and Brass Percussion Ensemble~
(Zushi Cultural Plaza Nagisa Hall)
2021 Ensemble Lenz ~Brass Quintet by Five People who Studied in Würzburg, Germany~
(Tokyo Concerts Lab, Shizuoka Prefecture Yaizu City Civic Hall, Zushi Cultural Plaza Nagisa Hall)
2022 Ensemble Classica Zushi Ballet from 0 years old ~A Mysterious World with Clowns~
(Zushi Cultural Plaza Nagisa Hall)
2023 New Stage "Kinkakuji" by Ballet, Japanese Dance, and Improvised Chamber Music
(Zushi Cultural Plaza Nagisa Hall)
[Main Appearances]
Orchestra
Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, Kamakura Shonan Bühnen Verrein, Ensemble Ars Nova, Orchestra Piedro Zare
Others
Junge Philharmonie Berlin, Tage der Alte Musik (Early Music), Die Stadtpfeiffer (Early Music), Würzburg City Hall Renovation Commemorative Concert (Early Music), Promenade Concert (Mito Art Museum)
Trumpet Lesson
I provide instruction for beginners, children, hobbyists, aspiring professionals, and even music college students.
In Germany, I learned the traditional style and techniques of trumpet playing from over 20 renowned performers, outside of university education.
I can offer effective advice to those experiencing issues such as trembling lip muscles or stiffness in the tongue.
With a focus on mastering the most important breathing techniques for trumpet playing, I ensure that you can freely play the instrument in harmony with the music.
Online lessons via LINE, Zoom, or Messenger are also available, with fees equivalent to in-person lessons. Additionally, there is a course available for the general public at ¥3,000 for 30 minutes.
Children (9years old),
- Ticket System:
30 minutes / ¥3,000
Over 13 years Old
60 minutes / 1 lesson: ¥5,000
[Exam Preparations]
90 minutes / 1 lesson: ¥7,500
If you require lessons longer than 90 minutes, such as for those coming from afar, please feel free to inquire about customized lesson durations.
The location of Kleine Schule
Kleine Schule is located a 12-minute walk from JR Zushi Station, near Hisagi Elementary School.
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