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Shunzo Ohno
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Born in Gifu, Japan, Shunzo Ohno (大野俊三) began his musical training at age 13 on the trombone - the only instrument available in his school. He didn't begin playing the trumpet until age 17, partly inspired by the film "Boy with Trumpet." By age 19, Shunzo was the leading jazz trumpeter in Japan. View wiki
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Yosuke Yamashita
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Yoshio Chin Suzuki
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Yosuke Onuma
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Masaru Imada Trio + 1
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Originally released in 1977 as a private press album, 'Planets' showcases the refined playing and sophisticated compositions of o… read moreOriginally released in 1977 as a private press album, 'Planets' showcases the refined playing and sophisticated compositions of one of Japan’s leading pianists, Masaru Imada. In a fifty- plus year career he has released over 40… read moreOriginally released in 1977 as a private press album, 'Planets' showcases the refined playing and sophisticated compositions of one of Japan’s leading pianists, Masaru Imada. In a fifty- plus year career he has released over 40 albums, including several that have won awards from some of… read more
