-First of all, please tell us a brief introduction and your biography up to now.
R.K.: After graduating from Tokyo College of Music, I studied solfege in the music education department of graduate school. After graduating, I worked as an instructor at a musical instrument store.
-Have you ever attended a seminar?Have you been abroad?
R.K.: I have been to neighboring Asian countries, but this was my first time participating in a seminar.
-What made you want to go to this class?
R.K.: I wanted to go to France because I like French music, culture, and food. Also, I decided to participate because it was a seminar that had a long history and included famous sensei.
-How many participants were there?What kind of people were participating?
R.K.: There were about 10 students. Participants came from all over the world, including Asia and Europe. Many of the Japanese participants were already living in Europe.
-What was the schedule for the seminar?
R.K.: On the first day, there was a meet-and-greet in the class and a schedule confirmation. Lessons started on the first day, and there were a total of four lessons of about 45 to 60 minutes.
-What kind of person was sensei?
R.K.: Although he had a strict sensei, he kindly taught me. The interpreter said that all French grandpas are like this. The staff were also kind.
-What did you learn in the lesson?Is there anything that left an impression on you as a result of what you learned?
R.K.: He taught me how to read French music exactly as it is written and how to express it. It was a lesson that taught me once again what was written on the sheet music.
-In what language did you take the lesson?
R.K.: Sensei was taught in French. It seems that lessons can be given in English if you wish.
-Did you have the opportunity to perform in public (concerts, competitions, etc.) during the course?
R.K.: There was a competition in which one person from the class was selected to participate.
-Where did you practice?How long have you been able to practice?
R.K.: I practiced for about 1 to 2 hours a day. Each room in the practice room was fixed, and if it was empty, you could use it freely.
-What did you do outside of the lessons?
R.K.: I often attended lectures. I could use the practice room if it was empty, so I practiced a lot, but I also occasionally took a walk around the area or went to an art museum.
-How was the city? (Security, people's appearance, appearance, etc.)
R.K.: There weren't many people around the dormitory, so there was a relaxed atmosphere, and there were no security issues. There are a lot of people in tourist areas in Nice, and I heard that someone I knew had been pickpocketed.
-Have you been to play somewhere?
R.K.: We went to the beach at the invitation of the interpreter. We also went to the beach in the city with a large group.
-Where did you stay?how was it?
R.K.: This is a student dormitory.
-How was the accommodation facility? (Number of rooms, air conditioning, toilet / bath, washing method, TV, etc.)
R.K: There was one room for each person, and the space was a little smaller than a business hotel. There was no TV or air conditioning, but there was a shower, toilet, bed, desk, and refrigerator. Although the temperature outside was cooler than in Japan, it was very hot inside the dormitory and there was no air conditioning, so it was very difficult.
-How did your accommodation and training venue move?
R.K.: I moved on foot.
-What did you have for dinner? Did it suit your taste?
R.K.: It was provided in the dormitory morning, noon and night. It was delicious.
-Did you have any tips for getting along with people from overseas?
R.K.: I think it's important to have the courage to talk about it. If you are from a non-English speaking country, I think it is important to speak at least a little bit of that country's language.
-Did you have any moments when you were happy to attend the seminar?
R.K.: It was my first time in Europe, so it was great to be able to go to my dream destination.
-Do you feel like you have grown in any way after studying abroad?
R.K.: I think it was a great benefit that I had the opportunity to meet people from a wide range of age groups and was able to expand my world by hearing many different stories.
-Is there anything you should do before studying abroad?
R.K.: English is essential, so make sure to memorize English that you can use while traveling. Also, it is better to take the initiative and actively communicate with others.
-What are your future activities?Please let me know if you have a career path.
R.K.: I am thinking of participating in other seminars as well. I would also like to study abroad for a year or two.
-Thank you for your cooperation.
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