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Art Hirahara is a New York-based jazz pianist and composer known for his expansive musical vision and ability to bridge tradition with innovation. Originally from the San Francisco Bay Area, he moved to New York in 2003, immersing himself in the city’s vibrant jazz scene and collaborating with a wide range of world-class musicians.
Hirahara’s musical journey began with classical piano studies in childhood, but his curiosity led him to explore electronic music and global rhythms. He studied at Oberlin Conservatory, focusing on electronic and computer music, and later earned his MFA from California Institute of the Arts, where he was mentored by jazz legends like Charlie Haden and Wadada Leo Smith. His exposure to West African drumming, Balinese gamelan, and Indian tabla deeply influenced his rhythmic sensibility and compositional style.
Critics have praised Hirahara for his versatility and depth. Nate Chinen of The New York Times described him as a pianist with “a broad knowledge of electronic composition, West African music, Balinese gamelan, and various avant-garde currents.” His playing spans straight-ahead jazz, progressive structures, and free improvisation, always marked by a lyrical touch and thoughtful phrasing.
He has performed at iconic venues such as Birdland, Smalls, and Jazz at Lincoln Center, and worked with artists including Stacey Kent, Freddy Cole, Rufus Reid, and Don Braden. As an educator, Hirahara also shares his expertise through masterclasses and workshops around the world.
His discography includes albums like Edge of This Earth (2000), Noble Path (2011), Libations & Meditations (2015), and Central Line (2017), each reflecting his evolving artistic voice. Whether as a soloist, sideman, or producer, Art Hirahara continues to push boundaries, crafting music that resonates across cultures and genres.
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