Masako is a Japanese-born pianist and composer renowned for her evocative and nature-inspired compositions. Beginning piano lessons at four and composing by five, she studied under the esteemed Ms. Yuko Yamaoka, a judge for the International Tchaikovsky Piano Competition. Masako's music, blending classical training with jazz influences, has garnered multiple awards and nominations. Collaborating with producers Will Ackerman and Tom Eaton, she has released nine albums, including her latest, "Dreaming Northern," in July 2025. Residing in the Northeastern USA, Masako continues to enchant listeners with her distinctive sound. ([masako-music.com](https://www.masako-music.com/about?utm_source=openai))