yutaka yokokura
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Japanese-American pianist, keyboardist, kotoist, arranger, composer and producer, with love for Brazilian music. In 1972 Yokokura moved to the U.S. to attend Cal State Long Beach. Also known with his alias as Carlos Y. Del Rosario. Yutaka performed keyboards in the band of Sergio Mendes' "Timeless" Tour from 2006.
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Yutaka Yokokura music is a Japanese keyboardist. His music blends his own Japanese heritage with his love for Brazilian music in a genre best described as jazz/world/ethnic fusion. His early music style was heavily influenced by Sergio Mendes. In the late 70's he performed with Hiroshima which served ironically as an introduction to his own Japanese culture. In 1978 his debut album "Lovelight" was produced by Dave Grusin and Larry Rosen. All Music Guide ® , a trademark of All Media Guide, LLC.
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