Sakuzyo Solo Concert 'the PARAGRAPH:ICS' Set for August 21 in Tokyo
The concert marks a rare full-length classical recital dedicated to a single rhythm-game composer, bridging Sakuzyo's electronic hits with his classical album "PARAGRAPH" in a format that aims to appeal to both game music fans and classical audiences.
Key Facts
- The concert "Sakuzyo -the PARAGRAPH:ICS-" will be held on August 21, 2026, at MUSICASA in Shibuya, Tokyo.
- Ticket prices are 6,500 yen for S seats and 5,000 yen for A seats.
- Performers are violinist Shono Isomura and pianist Katsutoshi Ishigaki, with Sakuzyo on composition.
- The program includes popular tracks "Altale" and "Destr0yer" (over 3 million views on YouTube) and all tracks from the classical album "PARAGRAPH" (released 2021).
Reporting from 1 source: Denfaminicogamer.
Composer Sakuzyo, known for rhythm-game tracks such as "Altale" and "Destr0yer," will hold his first solo concert on August 21, 2026, at MUSICASA in Shibuya, Tokyo. The event, titled "Sakuzyo -the PARAGRAPH:ICS-", is described as the world's first concert composed entirely of his works. The program is split into two parts featuring piano and violin, aiming to bridge electronic and classical music. In addition to popular songs like "Altale" and "Destr0yer"-which have accumulated over 3 million views on YouTube-the concert will include all tracks from Sakuzyo's 2021 classical album "PARAGRAPH." Performers are violinist Shono Isomura and pianist Katsutoshi Ishigaki. Ticket prices are 6,500 yen for S seats and 5,000 yen for A seats. A pamphlet with production background and song explanations will be distributed to all attendees, and limited-edition piano and violin scores for "Destr0yer" and one other piece will be sold as goods. Tickets go on sale July 18 via teket.
Sakuzyo is a member of the music production label Diverse System. Beyond rhythm games, he has recently composed music for the RPG titles "Claista," "Climax Kina," and "ClimRite." The concert is formally a "Piano & Violin Recital." The venue, MUSICASA in Shibuya, is known for classical music. The program is designed to be enjoyable for both game music fans and classical music fans. Violinist Shono Isomura was born in Auckland, New Zealand, and started playing at age 7. He has handled premieres of contemporary classical works and, since 2022, has composed for indie games including "Godshard Chronicle" (co-composed with Noriyuki Iwadare) and "BRAYZ." Pianist Katsutoshi Ishigaki, born in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, started at age 10. He is currently focused on popularizing Sakuzyo's classical-style works, posting performances and arrangements on video sites. Sakuzyo's representative tracks also include "Distorted Fate" and "Kaibutsu ni Naritai." The press release notes that his style spans drum and bass, techno, and trance, but he is also known for a lyrical style using piano and strings. In recent years he has produced piano sonatas, violin sonatas, and piano quintets. The special pamphlet distributed to attendees includes production background and explanations of each song.
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