{"product_id":"kiso","title":"Kiso |","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Kiso,\" \"Asama,\" \"Hakuba,\" and \"Hida\" evoke the landscapes of Akira Miyazawa's past, as he intricately weaves his feelings and emotions into the music. This work represents one of the pinnacles of Miyazawa's artistry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReleased in 1970 as part of Victor's \"Japanese Jazz\" series, Miyazawa stated, \"We are Japanese, so I think we have to create something that only Japanese people can do.\" In his quest to craft a uniquely Japanese sound, he drew inspiration from his roots in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture. For Miyazawa, the titles \"Kiso,\" \"Asama,\" \"Hakuba,\" and \"Hida\" reflect the landscapes of his childhood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe album features Takeo Moriyama’s raging drums, Yasuo Arakawa’s rich bass, and Masahiko Sato’s overflowing piano, alongside Miyazawa’s saxophone. Together, they express nostalgia and admiration for his homeland and reverence for Mother Nature. With sincerity and care, Miyazawa channels his thoughts and memories into his music. \"Kiso\" stands as a testament to the heights he has achieved. Text by Yusuke Ogawa (UNIVERSOUNDS \/ DEEP JAZZ REALITY).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReleased in 1970 as part of Victor's \"Japanese Jazz\" series, \"Kiso\" embodies Miyazawa's belief in creating uniquely Japanese music, making it a vital piece of cultural history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeaturing Takeo Moriyama on drums, Yasuo Arakawa on bass, and Masahiko Sato on piano\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis recording represents one of the pinnacles of Miyazawa's artistry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e NJS-805[Artist]]Akira Miyazawa Quartet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvailability : Pre-Order\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat Detail: LP Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandling Note: **Please allow an additional 5 business days for this item's shipment.**\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFormat: Vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInternal ID: JIT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Love Vinyl Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47188731855106,"sku":"RJFGUT-LVHF-DD","price":57.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0776\/9007\/7442\/files\/akira-miyazawa-quartet-kiso_59VXB.jpg?v=1767380504","url":"https:\/\/soundbendrecords.co\/products\/kiso","provider":"Sound Bend Records ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}