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Akiko Grace

The music of Japanese Jazz Master Akiko Grace comprises a powerful blend of sophistication and raw jazz.

Akiko's interpretations of originals and standards harkens back to the early days of Coltrane and Miles, when musical boundaries were stretched with abandon.  But better yet, Akiko firmly stands on the edge of a new, fascinating world of jazz, known as "Wa Jazz", a place where Zen meets Coltrane.  Akiko is blending and fusing Jazz with classical and modern Japanese tunes and the results are pure, sincere, and innovative.

Akiko Grace is the Savoy Labels first Japanese Artist.  Her debut album, 'From New York' backed by bassist Ron Carter and drummer Bill Stewart displays Akiko's deft touch, driving forcefulness and remarkably crystalline piano melodies.  It won a sweeping victory over all major jazz and music awards in Japan.

"Hawaiian Generations"
There is no greater tradition in the art of Hawaiian Slack Key guitar than the passing on of music from one generation to the next.
"Force of Nature" Led Kaapana with Mike Kaawa  Ledward Kaapana, the incomparable slack key master joins 12-string maestro “Hawaiian Boy” Mike Kaawa for a legendary night of music. "Willie K and Joe Cano"
A true "Guitar Tsunami".  Willie and Joe have created a repertoire that is sure to please all age groups.
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