Country

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Japan

Birth

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September 15, 1956 in Tokyo, Japan

Period

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Baroque

 

 

Modern

Genre

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Chamber

 

Mie Miki is a renowned classical music artist who has made a significant contribution to the world of music through her exceptional talent and dedication. Born on December 29, 1956, in Tokyo, Japan, Miki grew up in a family that was passionate about music. Her father was a music lover and would often play classical music at home, which sparked her interest in the genre. Miki began playing the accordion at the age of nine and quickly showed a natural talent for the instrument. She received her formal training at the Toho Gakuen School of Music in Tokyo, where she studied under the guidance of renowned accordionist Mieczyslaw Kawalek. During her time at the school, Miki honed her skills and developed a deep understanding of the accordion's potential as a solo instrument. After completing her studies, Miki embarked on a successful career as a professional musician. She quickly gained recognition for her exceptional talent and unique style, which combined traditional classical music with contemporary elements. Her performances were characterized by a deep emotional intensity and a profound understanding of the music she played. Over the years, Miki has performed at some of the world's most prestigious venues, including Carnegie Hall in New York, the Berlin Philharmonic, and the Royal Albert Hall in London. She has collaborated with some of the most renowned musicians of our time, including Yo-Yo Ma, Gidon Kremer, and the Tokyo String Quartet. One of the highlights of Miki's career was her performance at the 1998 World Accordion Championships in Italy, where she won the coveted Coupe Mondiale prize. This was a significant achievement for Miki, as it cemented her reputation as one of the world's leading accordionists. Miki has also received numerous other awards and accolades throughout her career. In 2007, she was awarded the Medal with Purple Ribbon by the Japanese government in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the arts. She has also been awarded the Suntory Music Award, the Japan Music Pen Club Award, and the Tokyo Music Critics Association Award, among others. In addition to her performances, Miki is also a respected teacher and mentor. She has taught at the Toho Gakuen School of Music, the Tokyo College of Music, and the Musashino Academia Musicae, among other institutions. Her students have gone on to achieve great success in their own careers, and many credit Miki with inspiring them to pursue their passion for music. Miki's repertoire is diverse and includes works by some of the greatest composers of all time, including Bach, Mozart, and Beethoven. She is also known for her interpretations of contemporary music, and has premiered works by some of the most innovative composers of our time, including Sofia Gubaidulina and Toshio Hosokawa. Miki's recordings have been widely acclaimed and have received numerous awards and nominations. Her album "Accordion Recital" was awarded the Grand Prix du Disque by the Academie Charles Cros in France, and her recording of Bach's Goldberg Variations was nominated for a Grammy Award. In addition to her performances and recordings, Miki is also a passionate advocate for the accordion as a solo instrument. She has worked tirelessly to promote the accordion's potential as a serious instrument in the world of classical music, and has inspired a new generation of accordionists to follow in her footsteps.

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