Makiko Hirabayashi is a Japanese-born jazz pianist and composer who has carved out a vibrant career in Scandinavia’s creative music scene. Based in Denmark since the late '90s, she blends lyrical melodies with avant-garde jazz and Nordic minimalism, creating atmospheric soundscapes that feel both introspective and dynamic. Her work often explores themes of nature and human connection, which shine through in releases like *Winter Landscape in Black & White* and *Up River*. Collaborating frequently with her trio, which includes acclaimed bassist Mads V
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