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Artist biography Nonoka Nagao is a musician, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, specializing in trumpet and Hammond organ. Born in Osaka, Japan, she was deeply influenced by her parents and discovered her passion for the Hammond organ at the age of 16 after watching a performance by legendary organist Joey DeFrancesco. In Osaka, Nonoka met Osamu Yamamoto, CEO of YS Corporation, who encouraged her to pursue the organ further and introduced her to prominent musicians. Her musical journey took a pivotal turn when she witnessed a life-changing performance by Joey DeFrancesco at the Blue Note in New York City, which inspired her to move to New York in 2020. There, she earned a scholarship to study at The New School, where she received mentorship from jazz luminaries Dr. Lonnie Smith and Tony Monaco. What sets Nonoka apart is her rare ability to seamlessly perform on both the Hammond organ and trumpet. Her versatility and innovative style have captivated audiences around the world, with performances in Japan, Hong Kong, the UK, and the US. In addition to her live performances, she has made television appearances, further expanding her reach. During her time at university, Nonoka discovered a talent for composition. She contributed original pieces to a singer’s album and had orchestral work featured in an American television series. After Nonoka graduated the new school with honors, Nonoka relocated to Los Angeles, where she began performing with The Neighborhood Orchestra and teaching music, continuing to share her passion and knowledge with the next generation of musicians.
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