Toyama Prefectural Working People's Wind Orchestra
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Toyama Plaisir Wind Orchestra
The Toyama Plaisir Wind Orchestra is a community-based wind ensemble made up of adult musicians active throughout Toyama Prefecture.
Through participation in wind band competitions, ensemble contests, annual concerts, and various performances at local events, we are dedicated to promoting wind music in Toyama and building strong ties with our community. We approach our activities with both joy and sincerity. Since autumn 2023, we have also launched a Junior Band program to nurture the next generation of musicians.
The word Plaisir comes from French, meaning “joy” or “pleasure.” It reflects our wish to share the delight of music with everyone.
We are currently welcoming new members!
Come and share the joy and pleasure of music with us.
Profile
About TPWO
The Toyama Plaisir Wind Orchestra was founded in December 2018 by music and wind band enthusiasts in Toyama Prefecture, and began its activities in January 2019.
Our members come from a wide variety of backgrounds—working adults form the core, joined by junior high, high school, and university students, homemakers, and anyone with a passion for music and instruments.
With professional musicians as advisors, we participate in competitions, hold regular concerts, perform at various events, and engage in community activities. Through these efforts, we aim to share the joy of music, promote wind band culture, and continually improve our performance skills.
In autumn 2023, we also launched a Junior Band for elementary school students, further strengthening our community outreach.
2019: First appearance at the Toyama Prefecture Band Competition (Silver Prize)
2022: First appearance at the All Japan Ensemble Contest National Competition (Bronze Prize)
2022: First appearance at the Central Japan Solo & Ensemble Contest National Competition (1st Prize, Chunichi Shimbun Award)
2022: 1st Regular Concert (Koshuha Bunka Hall)
2022: Gold Prize at the Toyama Prefecture Band Competition (First-ever representative from Toyama)
2022: First appearance at the Hokuriku Band Competition (Bronze Prize)
2023: All Japan Ensemble Contest (Silver Prize)
2023: Central Japan Solo & Ensemble Contest National Competition (1st Prize, Chunichi Shimbun Award)
2023: 2nd Regular Concert (Koshuha Bunka Hall)
2023: Gold Prize at the Toyama Prefecture Band Competition (Recommended as Toyama representative)
2023: Hokuriku Band Competition (Silver Prize)
2024: 3rd Regular Concert (Koshuha Bunka Hall)
2024: Gold Prize at the Toyama Prefecture Band Competition
2025: 4th Regular Concert (Koshuha Bunka Hall)
2025: Silver Prize at the Toyama Prefecture Band Competition
The Toyama Plaisir Wind Orchestra is always welcoming new members!
Currently, members come from Imizu, Takaoka, Tonami, Nanto, Toyama City, and even outside the prefecture.
Rehearsals are held on Saturday evenings and Wednesday evenings in Imizu and Toyama. We also provide opportunities for individual practice. Visitors with instruments are warmly welcome to observe—please feel free to contact us!
Practice Location:
Imizu City / Isaac Kosugi Cultural Hall La Porte
Imizu City / Imizu City Daimon Sogo Kaikan
Toyama City / Toyama Citizen's Art Creation Center
Tonami City / Tonami Culture Hall
Affiliated Organization:
Toyama School Band Association
Toyama Prefecture School Band Union Takaoka Branch
Toyama Prefecture Adult Wind Band Union
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