Patricia Vlieg’s Concert Celebrates 120 Years of Diplomatic Relations between Panama and Japan
Dr. Ritter Diaz, Representative Director of JAPOLAC, participated in the Patricia Vlieg concert commemorating 120 years of diplomatic relations between Panama and Japan. The event was jointly organized by the Embassy of Panama and the Min-On Concert Association.
The evening commenced with opening remarks by H.E. Carlos Pere, Ambassador of Panama, Mr. Shunichi Tokura, Commissioner of the Japan Cultural Agency, and Mr. Koji Yamaguchi, President of the Min-On Concert Association. The audience included members of the diplomatic corps, prominent Japanese personalities, and the general public, who were captivated by the unique combination of songs from Japan and Panama.
Patricia Vlieg is a distinguished Panamanian music educator, performer, and cultural ambassador, renowned for her multifaceted talents as a singer, pianist, guitarist, composer, arranger, and music researcher.
She has enchanted audiences across Japan with her interpretations of Japanese songs during extensive tours in major cities such as Tokyo, Kobe, Nagoya, and Hamamatsu. Her performances have taken place at prestigious venues including the Okura Hotel, Hotel Gajoen, the Bunka Center, and the Min-On Cultural Center. Her fluency in Japanese and her ability to seamlessly blend diverse musical styles have led to notable collaborations with distinguished Japanese artists.
Patricia Vlieg’s musical artistry transcends borders, creating platforms for intercultural dialogue and fostering a deep appreciation for Panama’s intangible cultural heritage while broadening global understanding of diverse cultural traditions.
Currently, she is pursuing a master’s degree in peace studies in Japan, further enriching her intellectual contributions to the promotion of cultural understanding and world peace.
