Japanese traditional/pop, fusion, North American pop, jazz, jazz vocal groups, UK pop, African, Indian, rock, R&B, soul, disco, blues and even classics. Big fan of 1 Giant Leap. Rich, warm, and strong voices like Sarah Vaughan, D'esree, Aretha Franklin, Lizz Wright, and Nina Simone.
Some of her family's and friends' death and lives in her young age strongly affected her thoughts.
Incense is her essential. Arts and photos are also important. One of her favorite painters is Marc Chagall.
Sounds Like
folk, soul, pop, traditional, sometimes even comedy, but trying to write jazz...currently her passion goes to fusion!
She tries to deliver love, humor and also anguish through her warm voice. If you could feel them, she would be very happy!
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93.5FM Nelson, 96.5FM Kootenay Lake
Tuesdays 7:00-7:30pm, Fridays 2:00-2:30pm (repeat) CiTR Radio(Listen live!)
101.9 FM voice of the University of British Columbia (UBC)
Thursdays 3:00-3:30pm (syndicated)
Yukiko (Yukiko Tsutsui) is a multi-talented singer/songwriter from Akita, Japan, and the influence of her Japanese roots is what sets her apart. Her compositions are beautifully arranged and are influenced by many styles, ranging from jazz to classical and world music, with emphasis on traditional Japanese folk music. Yukiko's voice can maneuver over any melody, with a rich lower range and bright, clear upper register.
After she worked as a wedding singer with some a cappella groups in Tokyo for 3 years, Yukiko moved to Toronto, Ontario, Canada in early 2005 where she performed ukulele with blues harpist Ken Yoshioka. Deciding to hone in on her musical knowledge, Yukiko moved to Nelson, British Columbia, to attend and complete the Contemporary Music and Technology program at Selkirk College. Training under the vocal guidance of the well-recognized Cheryl Hodge and Laura Landsberg, Yukiko fine tuned her knowledge of vocal technique, and majored in Composition as well. Yukiko also learned to play piano under the guidance of the well respected Gilles Parenteau.
Performing in a variety of settings, Yukiko has performed her original compostions at film festivals, private parties, cafes and nightclubs. With her smooth feel for jazz, Yukiko was able to sing alongside various musicians. Yukiko emotes beautifully when she performs, and as she puts it, "The most important thing to me is to communicate with the audience. Music is a language, and I am always trying to find better ways to express myself through music."
Yukiko's latest endeavor has been her well received radio show, Japanese Musiquest, on the Kootenay Coop Radio in Nelson, BC. Also syndicating on CiTR 101.9 FM Radio, voice of the University of British Columbia (UBC). Operating since the middle of 2007, Japanese Musiquest exposes its listeners to Japanese culture, as Yukiko plays music native to Japan and discusses topics and issues that are prevalent in Japan.
Yukiko's accomplishments since her move to Canada are only the beginning of what is going to be a long and heartfelt career in music and radio broadcasting, and her diverse and beautiful compositions will continue to move all that are fortunate enough to hear them.
Or open up And say "Eye love you" With an "Eye giggle" Not a word needs to be said So many nosy ears In this room Overfed with chatter Who's saying what about whom As if it really matters I'd be flattered If you'd see me through With a thought Wave A finger in your direction Let's twist Learned behavioral patterns off And enjoy The day night changing time With a play we write Flash a sign I'm all eyes"
"Dear Lee was smarter then all Does who had came before before him An unexpected Martial arts phenomenon The place he lived soon became known as the Petrified Forrest No hunter dared raise a weapon to his people because of fear All was well for as long as he lived there Cautious Humans put up signs outside of his territory It became known as the 1st wildlife preserve
It's rumored that Rude Darf a cousin of his With a substance abuse problem challenged Dear Lee Only to flee after receiving one blow To his overly sensitive nose It is said that he modified the story And made a name for himself elsewhere
Unfortunately for the inhabitants of the Petrified Forrest Everything changed when Dear Lee departed It is said that he was last seen in Venice somewhere with two chicks They looked hot The validity of that story has never been confirmed Even though It is favored by drunken bears Who seem to get a laugh out of it every time it's told It is only fair to mention that Dear Lee knocked the "paws off" Of the bears' champion fighter And that is actually where that saying originated So the story that they are so fond of spreading to many seems to be a sly attempt at revenge
However, what is known is that everywhere Does who know Await Dear Lee's Return"
He took to the streets shouting Pumping his fist in the air A failed comedian Who's one and only joke had just gotten him curious stares The punch line stuck in his mind He'd gone completely blind With insanity He repeated it endlessly Hoping to find a laugh People witnessing his melt down Gained courage And followed Letting out all of their pent up sorrows Eventually He went down in history As the brave man who came out of nowhere To save tomorrow
With his rallying cry
"Bring back Big Fat Hope"
In other words May even your mistakes work out for you fabulously Have an unexpectedly successful rest of the week
Good evening Yukiko I'm very happy to be your friend. If you want it, you can hear the melodies I've composed un my "MySpace" site. You're welcome. Thank you for the add. Harry
DJ support so far from State Of Mind, Chris Renegade, Optiv, Masheen, Axiom and more. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- available on CHEMICAL RECORDS REDEYE RECORDS JUNO RECORDS MIRAGE 2000 RECORDS and in all the best vinyl stores
Thanks for the add, Yukiko. She Learned is a masterpiece, and I love your tongue-in-cheek rendition of Oh Canada. You might, in turn, like Any Unattached Chicks on my page, but I'm really curious about how The Thinking Song would sound coming from your pipes.
I look forward to hearing your name a lot in the future. All the best.
Yukiko (Yukiko Tsutsui) is a multi-talented singer/songwriter from Akita, Japan, and the influence of her Japanese roots is what sets her apart. Her compositions are beautifully arranged and are influenced by many styles, ranging from jazz to classical and world music, with emphasis on traditional Japanese folk music. Yukiko's voice can maneuver over any melody, with a rich lower range and bright, clear upper register.
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