Toshiaki Matsumoto - Pianoia (2009) [SACD]

This is the third original album by composer and pianist Toshiaki Matsumoto. Matsumoto, who has worked on numerous hit songs including Misia's mega-hit "Everything," presents a world of absolute masterpieces as a solo pianist. The album includes "Kohakuiro no Kioku," the theme song for NHK's "Such a Wonderful Japan," "Risu ni Koishita Shounen" from NHK's "Everyone's Songs," and a new version of the standard "Tsuki no Niwa," which has captivated listeners and been covered throughout Asia. Satoshi Takebe, Yasuaki Shimizu, Fabian Reza Pane, and others provide diverse arrangements to support the music. Strings beautifully complement the brilliant piano melodies.

Tracks:

01. Lindbergh no Tsubasa (5:30)
02. Kohakuiro no Kioku (4:34)
03. Windermere no Mezame (4:34)
04. Mizukusa no Sasayaki (3:16)
05. Tsuki no Niwa (5 Ans Deja) (4:28)
06. Petit Prince to no Kaiwa (3:27)
07. Vientiane (3:24)
08. Maboroshi no Kiiroi Chouchou (3:17)
09. Katamuita Shouzouga (4:10)
10. Camus wo Yomu Onna (4:12)
11. Kieta Pianist (4:25)
12. L'hiverdi (4:13)
13. Risu ni Koishita Shounen (Piano Solo Version) (2:51)