Shiniti Ueno, Phonix Réflexion, Joji Yuasa, Akio Yasuraoka, Yori-Aki Matsudaira, Malika Kishino, Norio Fukushi

*2025 stock* Renowned percussionist Shiniti Uéno unveil this latest recording project: Music for Percussion Ensemble by Japanese Composers. This remarkable album offers a profound exploration of Japan’s contemporary music landscape, highlighting the diversity, refinement, and innovation that can be found in its modern percussion repertoire.  

The recording showcases six visionary composers whose works have shaped and expanded the language of percussion music in Japan: Joji Yuasa, Akio Yasuraoka, Yoriaki Matsudaira, Malika Kishino, and Norio Fukushi. Each composition demonstrates a unique artistic voice, spanning from subtle timbral explorations and spatial experimentation to rhythmic vitality and dramatic intensity.  

True to Uéno’s long-standing dedication to avant-garde and experimental music, the album reflects both a deep respect for tradition and a daring push toward new sonic possibilities. With the precision and expressive power of these musicians, the works come alive in a way that blends intellectual rigor with visceral impact. By bringing together these composers, the album not only celebrates Japanese creativity but also places it in an international context, showing how contemporary percussion music transcends cultural borders.