◆ Cover & Artist Close-up Mezzo forte Carbon Fiber Instrument Developer: Jörg Kleinerstädt Mezzo forte, a carbon fiber string instrument born and continuously improved in Germany. It's a future-oriented instrument with performance comparable to wooden instruments. This time, we'll bring you an interview with the developer, Jörg Kleinerstädt, and explore the possibilities and charm of next-generation string instruments. ◆ Feature: 150th Anniversary of Ravel's Birth We focus on Maurice Ravel, the French composer, on the 150th anniversary of his birth. This is a three-dimensional feature unique to Sarasate. Members of the Japan Philharmonic and the New Japan Philharmonic share their voices on the representative orchestral work "Boléro." Daisuke Soga and Soichi Sakuma discuss the greatness and appeal of "Boléro." Kō Endō, a percussionist who has played the snare drum in "Boléro" over 160 times, a Guinness World Record holder, also appears! In the [Chamber Music Edition], Tatsuki Narita explains "Tzigane," and Tomoki Sakata explains the piano trio. Ravel's orchestral works and life are also included. ◆ Sheet Music at the End (with parts) Ravel: "Pavane for a Dead Princess" (Violin + Cello Duet Version) Ravel: "Ma mère l'Oye" - No. 4 "Dialogue of Beauty and the Beast" (String Trio Version) Satie: Je te veux (I Want You) (Violin Duet Version)