Joe Hisaishi Concerts

Joe Hisaishi is a highly acclaimed and influential Japanese composer and musical artist. With a career spanning over four decades, he has become one of the most recognized names in the world of film scores and contemporary classical music. Hisaishi's unique style combines elements of classical, jazz, and traditional Japanese music, creating a captivating and emotionally evocative sound.

Born on December 6, 1950, in Nagano, Japan, Hisaishi began his musical journey at an early age. He studied composition at the Kunitachi College of Music in Tokyo and soon after started working as a composer for television commercials and documentaries. However, it was his collaboration with renowned filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki that brought him international recognition.

Hisaishi's partnership with Miyazaki began in 1984 with the film "Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind" and continued throughout many Studio Ghibli productions. He has composed scores for iconic animated films such as "My Neighbor Totoro," "Spirited Away," "Princess Mononoke," and many others. Hisaishi's ability to create beautiful melodies that perfectly capture the essence of each story has made him an integral part of Studio Ghibli's success.

Beyond his work with Studio Ghibli, Joe Hisaishi has also composed music for live-action films, theater productions, orchestras, and solo albums. He has collaborated with numerous renowned artists both in Japan and internationally.