Makoto Nakura, In 1994, Makoto became the first marimbist to win the prestigious Young Concert Artists International Auditions. He has performed for audiences in 40 of the 50 states as concerto soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician. Makoto has established himself as a dedicated champion of the music of our time, and many composers have written pieces for him. Born in Kobe, Japan, he earned both Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees from Musashino College in Tokyo and continued his studies at the Royal Academy of Music in London where he was named
an Associate. His recent honors include a National Arts Festival New Artist Award from the Japanese Agency of Cultural Affairs. His first two CDs, Ritual Protocol (Kleos Classics) and Marimba Works by Tanabe (ALM Records), are devoted to works written for him. His latest CD from Kleos, Triple Jump: Six Original Pieces for Marimba was released in November, 2004. A television portrait of Makoto was shown nationally
on CBS Sunday Morning.
Learn more at Makoto Nakura's own website.
