“Since Hiromi’s debut album Another Mind (2003), the world-renowned pianist’s sound has evolved with every release, erasing the lines between jazz and classical, composition and improvisation. Now she changes tack again with her heaviest, funkiest album yet: Sonicwonderland.
Hiromi describes the hard-hitting nine-song set as “a new journey of adventure,” one that began in her imagination. As motifs, phrases, and timbres blossomed in her mind, she began thinking about players who could help her realize this specific sound. “Making a record is like making a movie, and I’m the director looking for the perfect actor for each role.” For her new quartet, Hiromi’s Sonicwonder, she cast bassist Hadrien Feraud, drummer Gene Coye, and trumpet player Adam O’Ferrill.” Read More
“Step into a world of tranquility and tradition with the Sakura Tea Circle’s authentic Japanese tea ceremony. Discover how this practice has shaped Japanese aesthetics, philosophy and etiquette over the centuries. Witness the grace and precision of the Sakura Tea Circle members as they perform the ceremony in elegant kimono. Participants will enjoy ceremonial matcha from Japan and a complementary Japanese sweet.”
“Join us at Yume Japanese Gardens for a serene haiku walk celebrating the vibrant energy of spring. Guided by the principles of mindfulness and simplicity, this walk invites you to awaken your senses to nature’s renewal. Observe tender buds, fresh greenery, and blossoms in bloom, and reflect on the beauty of growth and impermanence through guided haiku writing.
As we explore spring’s dynamic rhythms, you’ll discover how the season’s vitality mirrors your own potential for renewal. Capture these moments in haiku, distilling the essence of spring’s fleeting beauty into words. Let this journey inspire a deeper connection with nature and carry the energy of spring into your daily life.
Kenneth Pearson has a MFA in Creative Writing with a MS in Industrial Organizational Psychology. He serves as the Digital Librarian of The Haiku Foundation, is the Facilitator of the Haiku Walk at Yume Japanese Gardens in Tucson, and the author of two haiku collections. For Kenneth, Haiku has become a cornerstone of his life, teaching him to appreciate simplicity, presence, and the fleeting beauty of each moment.“
Date/Time:
Sunday, April 6
11am – 1pm
Tickets:
$20 General Admission
$15 Returning Haiku Walk Attendees
Advanced Reservations required. Please purchase your ticketsin advance for this event.
“As the weather grows warmer, enjoy the beauty of the Gardens with this first-ever mixology demonstration. Learn about the flavor profiles of Japan, the unique combinations of spirits, and things that are trending in Japanese mixology. You will be guided on this journey by Rose Gebhardt in collaboration with Eric Carr, who will demonstrate crafting a variety of cocktails, all of which you will be given the recipes. Tastings will be offered against the amazing backdrop of our own koi pond.
Rose Gebhardt is a local mixologist and spirits expert who has partnered with Yume to showcase these craft cocktails. She is passionate about cultural and culinary fusion and accessible, flexible recipes. Eric Carr is Yume Gardens Board Chair, and a tea enthusiast and expert who will share his own insights about Japanese mixology.
Due to the nature of this event, there will be no underage participation, and Yume reserves the right to verify identification upon arrival for the event. We also will not offer tickets the day of as the materials for this event will need to be portioned in advance.“
Date & Time:
3/30
2PM – 3:30PM
Tickets:
$30 Admission, includes tasting flight
Advanced ticket reservation is required. This is a limited admission event.
“Come, escape the ordinary and embrace the extraordinary at our Evening of the season at Yume Japanese Gardens.
As the sun sets, watch as the gardens come alive with the soft glow of lanterns, casting a warm and inviting light on the gardens’ pathways. The interplay of shadows and light adds a touch of magic to the already enchanting surroundings.
Let the soulful melodies of the traditional shakuhachi flute transport you to a realm of peace and harmony. The haunting tunes, played by skilled musicians, will resonate through the garden, enhancing the atmosphere with every note.
The symphony of nature and culture will create memories that will linger in your heart forever.
Paul Amiel will perform at 6:15 and James Tong will perform at 7.
Curry Rice (Vegetarian and Meat) and onigiri (rice balls) will be sold as well if you’d like to enjoy the melodic atmosphere with some deliciousness.
Paul Amiel is a gifted musician involved in a variety of world musics, playing gothic harp, the Chinese guqin, the ancient Greek lyre, and the Turkish ney among others, and performs regularly with his Aegean-Balkan duo Kyklo and his art-rock band Animal Saint. He studied Kinko ryu shakuhachi in Nagoya, Japan with lida Katsutoshi, and in 2014 founded the Empty Bamboo Shakuhachi Circle in Tucson.
James Tong grew up in Japan immersed in the sounds of traditional music. In the US he studied and performed Native American flute. Later, he began traditional shakuhachi studies starting with Kinko ryu teachers such as Paul Amiel, Alcvin Ryuzen Ramos, and Shawn Renzo Head, and is presently studying the Myoan and Kinpu ryu schools with Nick Bellando.
Date & Time:
3/29
6 PM – 8 PM
Tickets:
General Admission: $20
Members: $15
Children 3-15: $5
Advanced ticket reservation is required. This is a limited admission event.
