Reiko Nakano is more than a performing violinist, she is also a creative musician who is expanding the role of the violin in music. She has successfully transferred a range of music from other cultures and instruments, and has demonstrated great talent in choosing her source and creating new work for the violin. Reiko Nakano is an exciting personality of new violinist generation.Born in Tokyo in 1983, Reiko Nakano began playing the violin at the age of 3. At 18, Reiko’s interest in different style of music was determined her to go to Berklee College of Music, in Boston USA, to study contemporary music. Though she is as accomplished violinist in the classical tradition, her study at Berklee was in the field of Jazz and world music. In her study she successfully proved her exceptional soloist talent in many areas of music performance and production. Combining virtuosity with unique musical personality, Reiko has been involved in multitude of performances. She has worked with numerous artists including Michael Brecker (in Carnegie Hall), Charlie Haden, Kenny Barron, Dianna Reeves, Steven Tyler, Gary Burton, Donna McElroy, Richard Evans, Matt Glaser among others.Reiko obtained her Master of Music degree in violin performance from Berklee College of Music in 2005. In 2006, she moved to Los Angeles. Equally in demand as a soloist and chamber musician, Reiko continues to perform extensively in Los Angeles area. She is also a member of Dakah Hip-Hop Orchestra which has been performing actively on the West Coast. 2007 summer Reiko joined Kelly Clarkson’s Band. She will be performing for Kelly Clarkson's nationwide tour.
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