A delightful evening topped off with an outstanding performance.

Rei Hotoda debuted her much anticipated CD ‘Apparitions’  Thursday, December 4/08, at the Alexus Gallery in Winnipeg.

Rei Hotoda - CD Launch

A crowd nearing one hundred fans of the solo-pianist came to enjoy an evening that began with sushi prepared by the Japanese Cultural Society of Winnipeg (under the direction of Rei’s mom) and wine pairings poured by Fine Wines Manitoba. The gallery itself was visually stunning and prominently displayed the work of local artist and curator ‘Alexus’ of the Alexus Gallery. Alexus had begun work on two new paintings ‘Metamorphosi’ , and ‘Reflections In The Water’, inspired by the correspondingly titled songs on Rei’s album. Both paintings were displayed during the performance.

Rei Hotoda - CD Launch

Barbara Sedun (Manager, Sound Recording Programs/Manitoba Film and Sound) summed up the feeling of the guests nicely in this email: “Just wanted to thank you all again – I had a fabulous time last night – one of my most favourite music nights in a long time!!”

You can get more information on Rei Hotoda at reihotoda.com, or purchase the disc in the Signpost Music Online Store.