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Keiko Matsui
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|September - October 2016/Keiko Matsui
"I hope sharing my music will increase the harmony on this earth."
A consummate musician, composer and humanitarian is sought after the world over, not only for her gifts on the keys, but also for her ability to connect with people from all walks of life. Her music is a conduit for shedding light on everything from breast cancer awareness to poverty and hunger in developing countries. Through her music, she transcends cultural barriers and infuses thousands of fans with hope that the world, such as it is, can always be made better.
This story is from the September - October 2016/Keiko Matsui edition of Smooth Jazz Magazine.
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