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Musician

Taeko Kunishima

Born: September 2

Taeko Kunishima started playing piano at seven. Particularly taken by Mozart and Beethoven, she later studied classical piano performance at university. On hearing Miles Davis for the first time, her direction changed, leading her to explore the music of many different jazz artists, and to develop her own improvisatory technique whilst studying jazz harmony. Since moving to England, she has continued to evolve and develop her startling, angular contemporary jazz approach, echoing Thelonius Monk and influences of her native Japan. Alongside her work with many UK jazz artists, she has also been working with musicians from many different cultures and countries, and has built up an impressive range of musical partnerships, ranging from Latin pop to electronic music and contemporary classical music

Album

Iridescent Clouds

By Taeko Kunishima

Label: 33 Jazz
Released: 2016
Track listing: Blue Clouds; In Search Of Time Lost; Iridescent Seashell; Secret; Lighthouse In Winter; Oak Tree Rustles In My Mind; Everything Is In The Air; Volcanic Rocks.

Article: Year in Review

James Nadal's Best Releases of 2016

by James Nadal
December 20, 2016

Having had the honor and pleasure to review over eighty records in 2016, choosing a dozen is a difficult task. There are featured blues and soul vocalists, which are maintaining the significance of these genres alive with the authentic talent and dedication required. Included are stimulating offerings from innovative fusion and experimental artists, as well as ...

Article: Album Review

Taeko Kunishima: Iridescent Clouds

Read "Iridescent Clouds" reviewed by James Nadal

by James Nadal
September 24, 2016

There is an atmospheric element which Japanese musicians inherently weave throughout their compositions, giving their music a singular dimension which is readily identifiable. Acknowledged for her trademark lyricism, pianist Taeko Kunishima reflects upon the wonders of nature on Iridescent Clouds, offering elegant improvised passages encased in a meditative concept. Accompanied again by Clive Bell, ...

Video

Dusk

Featuring the music of Taeko Kunishima
Duration: 7:26
October 15, 2013

Dusk from the latest album "Late Autumn" on 33jazz. The film was made by Jeremy Hawkins Taeko Kunishima piano Clive Bell shakuhachi Paul Moylan double bass Dave Ross cajoon

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Return to Life

Featuring the music of Taeko Kunishima
Duration: 10:52
July 12, 2013

Return to Life from the latest album "Late Autumn" on 33jazz. The film was made by Jeremy Hawkins Composed by Taeko Kunishima Taeko Kunishima piano Clive Bell shakuhachi Paul Moylan double bass Sean Corby trumpet Maxwell Hallett drums

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Taeko Kunishima Quintet CD Launch

Featuring the music of Taeko Kunishima
Duration: 17:32
October 15, 2012

Taeko Kunishima Quintet CD "Late Autumn" launch at the Forge, Camden, London on 13th September, 2012

Article: Take Five With...

Take Five With Taeko Kunishima

by Taeko Kunishima
September 21, 2012

Meet Taeko Kunishima: Taeko Kunishima started playing piano at seven. Particularly taken by Mozart and Beethoven, she later studied classical piano performance at university. On hearing Miles Davis for the first time, her direction changed, leading her to explore the music of many different jazz artists, and to develop her own improvisatory technique whilst ...

News: Contest

Enter The "Taeko Kunishima - Late Autumn" Giveaway At All About Jazz!

August 29, 2012

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