Yukari Seki

Flutist

碩 ゆかり
  • Name:
    Yukari Seki
  • Specialty:
    Flute
  • Genres:
    Classical, Pop, Enka, and Choro (Brazilian Popular Music)

Message

With a foundation in classical music, I have broadened my experience through major recording projects across a wide range of genres, including pop, video game music, and enka.
A fateful encounter with choro—a popular music style from Brazil—led me to travel to Rio de Janeiro, where I immersed myself in the local music scene. There, I engaged in rich musical exchanges with musicians of all levels, from masters to amateurs, and absorbed the authentic sounds of Brazil until my return to Japan.
Drawing on these diverse experiences, I offer heartfelt performances filled with emotion, nuance, and saudade—a sense of nostalgic longing—tailored to the scenes and moments you wish to create.

Artist Biography

Graduated from the Junior College Division of Osaka College of Music.
Recipient of the “Audience Award” at the 1st JFOS Flute Ensemble Competition, and the “Outstanding Performance Award” in the Ensemble Division of the 10th Takarazuka Vega Newcomer Concert.
While teaching flute to students of Japanese descent, developed a deep passion for choro, a genre of Brazilian popular music.
In 2018, participated in the first festival hosted by Casa do Choro, a choro school in Rio de Janeiro.
In April 2019, returned to Rio de Janeiro with support from Casa do Choro, studying and performing authentic choro alongside renowned local musicians.
Also took part in concert performances and recordings for university promotions.
Performed in Rio’s iconic street carnival as a musician for the celebrated bloco Boitatá.
Returned to Japan in November 2020, and currently continues performing while also resuming studio recordings for enka and pop music, as well as wedding performances.

 

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