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“I started to listen to Japanese jazz musicians when I went to high school. Some people I listened to were Yosuke Yamashita, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Sadao Watanabe.”

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Hiromi, born on March 26, 1979, is a talented jazz composer. Her musical style blends classical, jazz, and pop elements, winning the hearts of many music enthusiasts. more

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