From September to October, the Min-On Concert Association welcomed Curly Strings from Estonia – one of the Baltic States – for an eight-city nationwide tour that drew packed venues and enthusiastic applause at every stop.
— September 24, 6:30 p.m., Kobe City
Curly Strings captivated audiences across Japan with their signature sound: a vibrant fusion of traditional Estonian folk music and American bluegrass. With fiddle, mandolin, guitar, double bass, and heartfelt harmonies, the quartet delivered performances brimming with warmth and sincerity. When they sang in Japanese, the audience responded with a wave of emotion and thunderous applause.
— September 27, 2:00 p.m., Nagoya City
Audience members shared comments such as that the harmony of the four musicians and their clear, pure voices completely captivated them, and that the group’s unique yet nostalgic sound lingered in their hearts, making Estonia feel very close.
— September 24, 6:30 p.m., Kobe City
Following the final concert, band leader Eeva Talsi expressed her deep gratitude, saying that the warm applause and heartfelt cheers from audiences throughout Japan had become a great source of strength for the group. She added that they are determined to continue connecting people’s hearts through the power of music.
— September 27, 2:00 p.m., Nagoya City
Min-On expresses its deep appreciation to the generous cooperation and support of numerous individuals and organizations that made the Curly Strings Japan Tour a resounding success.
