Teizo Matsumura

Teizo Matsumura (1929–2007) was a Japanese composer whose richly textured works bridged Western classical traditions and Japanese musical sensibilities. Born in Kyoto, Matsumura studied with Tomojirō Ikenouchi and Akira Ifukube, two giants of Japanese classical music, helping shape his knack for blending dramatic orchestral colors with subtle nods to his cultural heritage. His catalog includes stirring symphonies, introspective chamber works, and evocative pieces like *To the Night of Gethsemane*—a haunting orchestral meditation that showcases his flair for emotional depth.

Though less globally recognized than some peers, Matsumura’s music has seen renewed interest thanks to releases like *Symphonies Nos. 1 & 2* and the *Selected Works* series, which highlight his lyrical melodies and inventive structures. Beyond concert halls, he also composed for film and theater, adding versatility to his legacy. For fans of 20th-century classical music with a cross-cultural twist, Matsumura’s compositions offer a compelling gateway into Japan’s modernist soundscape.

Genres

Classical

Contemporary Classical

Avant-garde

Opera

Chamber Music

Japanese Classical

Latest Release

松村禎三交響作品集

Teizo Matsumura•

Ichiro Nodaira

Ep - 5 Tracks - Released July 22, 2022