This is an English translation of an article published in Nikkan San on October 17, 2019, as a part of my column, “The Way of the Pianist. As a Japanese-born US resident, and a Japanese classical musician, I always saw a part of my role as a that of a cultural ambassador. It was not until 2011, […]
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This is an English translation of an article published in Nikkan San on October 3, 2019, as a part of my column, “The Way of the Pianist. 「Change happens by listening…」said Jane Goodall, famous for her groundbreaking studies of primates by having lived among them since the 1950’s. Goodall stood alongside Greta Thunberg (16) of Sweden and
In order to decide how to make my musical activity more socially relevant and directly impactful, I need enough perspective to see what/where the needs are, independent of traditional performance practice and preconceived notions. Having been single-minded in my pursuit of a solo career for the first three decades of my life, I know that
My Hopes and Dreams. Read More »
This is an English translation of an article published in Nikkan San on Sep 19, 2019, as a part of my column, “The Way of the Pianist. 「How many hours do you practice a day?」is one of the questions I get asked often. When a parent is asking in front of their children, obviously trying to encourage
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I spent 7 years of my life in Houston between 2012-2017. Of course, I have lots of memories and friends here. It’s one of my many homes I feel lucky to have around the globe. A few hours after my flight landed, I was at Bistecca. It is an Italian restaurant with a baby grand
A Day-off in Houston. Read More »