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Tokyo, Japan (2005 – present)

Akira Kosemura (kosemura akira 小瀬村晶) is a composer who lives in Tokyo. He also manages his newly formed label “schole.” He learned piano as a child and started composing regularly in 2005.
He began his career with a debut EP on an American label in 2006. His tracks were highly regarded on many compilations released in Germany, Belgium, France, Canada, and Australia. At the same time, Akira established his own label “schole” and started to manage the label, issue free magazines, produce artists, and provide music pieces to the media.

In 2007, Akira released his 1st full album on an Australian avant pop label which is managed by Lawrence English, one of the most important experimental artists and music critics. On the album “It’s On Everything,” Akira showed the new shape of his daily music by putting the field recordings, electronics, and acoustic instruments together while he was composing his minimal tunes mainly with piano. His first album is making sales in both domestic and international markets and has been reviewed exceptionally as “world legacy.”
Recently, Akira Kosemura displayed his tune “TERMINAL” at the Airport Symphony of Queensland Music Festival 2007 in Australia, cosponsored by Brisbane International Airport and the Australian label ROOM40.

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  • pixel_dude

    The chimerical beauty in his solo piano works is almost unparalleled.

    3 May 2:24pm Reply

  • Ipsascientia

    Manon is absolutely incredible.

    10 Apr 2:21am Reply

  • skulls1230

    So Nice.

    8 Apr 5:12am Reply

  • a_spaceman

    How is Polaroid Piano so perfect

    17 Jan 11:48am Reply

  • smellsofgarlic

    I apologize if I'm offending any Kosemura-die-hards, but I tend to be a bit critical (both in a positive manner and negative). So, as I said I'm really digging Grassland, right now, but as soon as I heard "Over the Horizon" I sort of grimaced. Particularly, the drum kit is the type of cheesy, boring pop-music stuff that I think is kinda gross. no? Also, Some of his music sounds a bit like Keith Kenniff, the man behind Goldmund, Helios, Mint Julep... I've heard Kenniff has received positive review in Japan. and yes, I really like Kenniff :)

    30 Dec 2012 Reply

  • smellsofgarlic

    I am listening to the album Grassland via grooveshark.com. Admittedly, I am a bit worried that Kosemura's music is a bit too poppy/kitschy/simplistic. But overall I am really enjoying his music! I LOVE the soft textures he utilizes in his music!! Check out the song "Light" to pick up on what I'm talking about. The synths he uses are a perfect pick, I think they are a bit colder sounding.. probably because they sound a bit metallic, like vibraphones. And the light drum-kit sounds are a nice addition. But I really like the repeating white noises that fade over each measure. A very agreeable tune overall.

    30 Dec 2012 Reply

  • Neirol

    V LOL. And what exactly did you learn?

    12 Dec 2012 Reply

  • mikeem50

    I never thought music with so few words would teach me so much about life.

    23 Aug 2012 Reply

  • Monkeymandazz

    So beautiful.

    19 Aug 2012 Reply

  • ryotego

    Genius ♥

    18 Jul 2012 Reply

  • clario_

    notevole

    13 Jul 2012 Reply

  • ProgClow

    <3

    16 Jun 2012 Reply

  • billyreynaldi

    Masterpiece

    16 Jun 2012 Reply

  • sandundermyfeet

    How my heart sings is such a blissful experience, it definitely suits this season.

    3 Jun 2012 Reply

  • senyoko

    New album is ace. Love it! <3

    2 Jun 2012 Reply

  • Fytrinekast

    Grassland (l)

    29 May 2012 Reply

  • bc_ranger

    Polaroid Piano ♥

    23 May 2012 Reply

  • andynany2

    vote up please: http://www.lastfm.com.br/music/Akira+Kosemura/+images/30028803

    21 May 2012 Reply

  • theta_wave

    "Just a Few Minutes" from "Tiny Musical" is sublime

    13 Apr 2012 Reply

  • Irenreinmerdok

    Nice.

    12 Apr 2012 Reply
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