The Fresno Philharmonic, and music director Rei Hotoda, are pleased to present the launch of Cultural Crossroads, a new multi-season series of commissions exploring and celebrating the diverse cultures of the Fresno region. The inaugural Cultural Crossroads project features a first-time collaboration with the Gabriela Lena Frank Creative Academy of Music (GLFCAM). Called Cultural Crossroads: Kisetsu (“seasons” in Japanese), the centerpiece of this first project is the commission of a new work by composers Hitomi Oba and Erika Oba based on the life and writings of David “Mas” Masumoto, a Central Valley writer and organic peach farmer.
Watch the video below to learn more and see a sneak peek about the commission process!