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Name:Takurou Yamashita
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Specialty:Clarinet & Saxophone
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Genres:Classical, Jazz, and Pop
Message
I cherish the phrase “Music is nourishment for the soul,” and I strive to perform with heart and sincerity, creating music that resonates—beyond genres.
Artist Biography
She began studying classical guitar at the age of 10, and at 15, started teaching herself the saxophone. Around the same time, she also began playing the clarinet in her school’s wind ensemble.
She went on to study clarinet professionally at the Faculty of Music, Soai University. While still a student, she was actively performing in both classical and jazz live settings.
Her performance highlights include appearances at the university’s graduation concert, the Kyoto Newcomers’ Concert, and the West Japan Yamaha Newcomers’ Concert.
After graduating, she has continued performing with a focus on clarinet and saxophone.
Main Activities
She boldly takes on a wide variety of projects, unconstrained by genre, ensemble type, or convention.
- Bridal Performances
- Event Performances (e.g., live shows on ferries, corporate promotional events)
- Classical Concerts (including occasional recitals, clarinet duo ensemble concerts, and chamber music)
- Jazz Performances (leader performances, hotel gigs with a Dixieland jazz band, event appearances on sightseeing cruises)
- Collaborative Projects (e.g., clarinet and guitar-vocal duos, solo clarinet with live painting)
Additional Information
She is skilled at sight-reading, can transpose, and is capable of improvisation. She is flexible with ensemble types and collaborations, and can perform both indoors and outdoors.






