Japan telework orchestra strikes a chord in coronavirus gloom
The members of the New Japan Philharmonic orchestra tune up for their latest recital, more than 60 musicians ranging from trombonists to violinists and percussionists — but this is no ordinary performance.
In a musical twist on the telework trend forced on the world by the coronavirus pandemic, they appear in tiny blocks on screen, recording their parts separately before technology brings them together in joyous harmony.
The on-screen mosaic shows some musicians performing in their tiny apartments, others playing their instruments outside under a bright blue sky.
In scenes familiar to millions working from home globally, one veteran violinist has two toddlers — apparently his grandchildren — larking about in the corner.
