Ailing Ozawa apologizes for cut in concert appearance

Ailing Ozawa apologizes for cut in concert appearance

MATSUMOTO, Japan - Ailing conductor Seiji Ozawa (R) speaks during a news conference on Aug. 31, 2010, in Matsumoto, Nagano Prefecture. Ozawa apologized for a planned cut in the number of pieces he will conduct in September at the annual Saito Kinen Festival, citing a lingering health problem, and announced that Tatsuya Shimono (L) will take over.

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