Next ConcertChristmas Recital in Toyama — FukunoFriday, 25 December 2026
Yosuke Matsui is a globally active trumpet player of the highest caliber. In September 2024, he was appointed Principal Trumpet of the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Philharmonic Orchestra in Durban, South Africa. His performances have earned standing ovations for their delicate yet powerful expression.
Yosuke Matsui is a globally active trumpet player of the highest caliber. In September 2024, he was appointed Principal Trumpet of the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Philharmonic Orchestra in Durban, South Africa. His reputation as a leading musician in the region was cemented by his appointment and performance as Principal Trumpet of the Mzansi National Philharmonic Orchestra, the nation's premier national ensemble.
Since relocating to South Africa, Matsui has established a significant presence as a soloist, performing concertos by Haydn and Telemann with various orchestras and leading sought-after masterclasses. His international standing was further highlighted in July 2024 by a highly successful recital tour in Germany, where his performances earned standing ovations for their delicate yet powerful expression.
Matsui's distinguished professional journey includes tenures as Principal Trumpet of the Kyushu Symphony Orchestra (2019–2024) and the Chiba Symphony Orchestra (2010–2016). He also spent a pivotal period as a member of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra in Australia (2016–2017), performing frequently at the iconic Sydney Opera House.
As a versatile guest principal, Matsui has collaborated with the Macao Orchestra and numerous major Japanese orchestras. He has also been a frequent participant in elite musical projects, including the Saito Kinen Orchestra and the Mito Chamber Orchestra under the direction of the legendary Seiji Ozawa. His solo repertoire is extensive, featuring major works such as Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2, Haydn's Trumpet Concerto, and Copland's Quiet City.
He earned both his Bachelor and Master of Music degrees from the Tokyo University of the Arts. To further refine his artistry, he studied in Chicago during the 2013–2014 season under the mentorship of world-renowned pedagogues, including Christopher Martin, Charles Geyer, Barbara Butler, and Robert Sullivan. Matsui is also a laureate of the Tokyo Music Competition and the Japan Trumpet Association's 20th Anniversary Competition.
Yosuke Matsui is a Yamaha Performing Artist. He performs exclusively on a wide range of Yamaha instruments, from Bb and C trumpets to rotary and specialty models.
A Christmas programme with Handel, carols and virtuoso showpieces. Free open rehearsal for children at 14:00.
Workshops and masterclasses across Japan and South Africa, and private lessons on request — including sessions for teachers of school brass bands on why each exercise matters and how to explain it.
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