Although there are still some chilly days, the vibrant colors of spring clothes displayed in shops make you want to reach out and buy them. Somehow, the faces of people walking down the street seem to be filled with excitement. Apparently, the suitcase that CHALIE takes with her on her travels is already filled with new spring clothes.

CHALIE should be stopping by Japan soon to see the cherry blossoms. She might drop by the office, so please feel free to visit the GALLERY. If you're lucky, you might even bump into CHALIE!


Until Tuesday, March 14th, THE GALLERY by CHALIE VICE is featuring an exhibition titled "An Invitation to an Unbelievable Journey," showcasing CHALIE's recommended travel items.

We are introducing CDs from "Sawano Kobo," a label that continues to release jazz selected from Europe, America, and Japan with a unique perspective. CHALIE, who has a long-standing friendship with the representative, Yoshiaki Sawano, has absolute confidence in Mr. Sawano's selections. This time, we will introduce three of her recent favorites!

"D'ACCORD" Serge Delaite Trio with Alain Bruel / Sergi Delaite Trio with Alain Bruel 2,571 yen

A slightly pretentious French piano trio. Sometimes they focus on Bach, sometimes on sweet jazz, and this album is themed around "Parisian cafes." Enjoy the atmosphere of a Parisian cafe during afternoon coffee time, along with the relaxed mood of European jazz.
CHALIE says that when she visits Paris, spending time at her favorite cafe is one of her ways to relax during her trip. She says that playing this CD instantly creates the feeling of being in a Parisian cafe, making it one of her favorites…

"AVANTI!" Giovanni Mirabassi 2,571 yen

This is a piano solo album by Giovanni Mirabassi, the Italian pianist who is now a globally renowned artist. Having gained popularity with this album, he has grown into a world-class performer.
Drawing inspiration from anti-war songs that have been sung for generations, a deep shadow hangs over the entire work. However, in moments when a ray of hope shines through, the foreign anti-war songs transform into lullabies. CHALIE says that she can immerse herself in this dramatic melody while sipping on a drink that suits her mood at the time.

"LOVE BOSSA!" Marielle Koeman & Jos van Beest Trio / Marielle Koeman & Jos van Beest Trio 2,571 yen

This album features Marielle's charming vocals and her husband, pianist Jos van Biest, and is filled with bossa nova arrangements throughout. It includes not only standard bossa nova tunes, but also jazz standards and French chansons, all transformed into bossa nova. It's a comfortable album that will make you want to sway along naturally. You're guaranteed to be enveloped in a relaxed atmosphere and feel completely at ease.
CHALIE says she deliberately plays this CD as background music while getting ready in the busy mornings. She says it helps her to feel relaxed throughout the day.

In addition to the CDs introduced here, we also have other titles available. You can listen to all of them, so please find your favorite to accompany you on your spring trip.

Announcement of a travel-themed event

"Hiro Yamagata x Komuro Miho Talk Show"

To commemorate the release of the "Leica Sofort Hiro Yamagata Model," we will be hosting a talk show featuring painter and artist Hiro Yamagata and photographer Miho Komuro. They will share anecdotes from their travels around the world and discuss how they use the Leica Sofort while traveling, all while incorporating their unique perspectives.

□Date: Saturday, March 11, 2017
□Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM □Capacity: 15 people □Participation fee: Free


"An evening to listen to Sawano Jazz"

With the motto "Releasing the music I myself want to listen to," Sawano Kobo continues to deliver high-quality music from its unique perspective, carefully selecting outstanding recordings from modern jazz in Europe, America, and Japan. On the day of the event, the representative, Yoshiaki Sawano, will be visiting and the theme will be "travel." Mr. Sawano will select songs he would like to listen to on his travels and introduce them along with anecdotes about the artists. Enjoy a luxurious time with high-quality jazz.

□Date: March 12, 2017 (Sunday)
□Time: ①1pm-2pm ②3pm-4pm □Capacity: 12 people per session □Participation fee: 2,160 yen

■Event Locations: Isetan Shinjuku Store, Men's Building 8th Floor = Isetan Men's Residence / Charlie Weiss ■How to Register for Events: Register in-store or by phone. 03-3225-2853 (Direct Line) / Contact Persons: Kondo, Yoyasu

*Please note that we will close applications once we reach full capacity.

*All prices include tax.
＊The information in this article is current as of the time of publication. Product information may be revised or changed without notice.

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