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Miracle of Symphony No. 9
- 6 Years with Yutaka Sado & Ikutokukan Orchestra -

ENTERTAINMENT 2025 75 minutes Episode(s): 1 english English
2026 WorldMediaFestivals Silver

In a breathtaking collaboration that was six years in the making, the Ikutokukan school orchestra - a rare find in Japan's Fukuoka Prefecture - achieved the impossible. They performed Beethoven's 9th Symphony, led by Yutaka Sado, the world-renowned maestro.

This program follows the interactions between the legendary conductor and the young musicians, highlighting their unique experiences and showcasing their journey and the immense effort from teachers and the community that transformed an ambitious dream into an unforgettable reality.

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