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Hiromi Uehara | Essential albums and listening guide
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Hiromi Uehara
Meet the artist
A contemporary jazz pianist known for virtuosity and an imaginative approach that crosses genres. Her dynamic playing, drawing on everything from classical music to rock, has earned international recognition. Speed and power are only part of her range: humor and quiet melody matter just as much.
Solo piano, trios and string-based ensembles provide different settings for her compositions. Rock's momentum and a classical sense of structure enter lively improvisational exchanges. Rapid changes of scene make unfamiliar pieces engaging, while responsive partners keep attention on the ensemble's shared breathing as well as the piano's virtuosity.
Where to start listening
Listen beyond the speed to the resonance of quiet passages and the development of each piece. Compare different ensembles to hear the piano in conversation with other instruments.
2006Spiral
Hiromi Uehara
A trio recording with Tony Grey and Martin Valihora, notable for its virtuosity and genre-crossing compositions.
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2021Silver Lining Suite
Hiromi Uehara
A suite for piano and string quartet, created during the pandemic and moving between classical music and jazz.
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