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Marvie Asakura was born in Tokyo, Japan.
While in high school, Marvie began his musical career playing clarinet
and wood bass as a member of his high-school brass band.
Marvie continued his musical education by studying harmonic
theory with Mr. Mitsuaki Kanno, a famous Japanese composer
and pianist. Later, he performed with many famous Japanese
bands and singers, such as "Shoji Suzuki and his Rhythm
Aces", "Yuzuru Sera Trio" and "Toshio Mori
and Blue Coats Orchestra".
Marvie regularly appeared on the TV program "Sound Inn
S", broadcast by TBS, for three years as featured musician.
He played on many sessions with numerous musicians from all
over the world.
In 1992, Marvie composed music for a documentary film about
the Japanese Snow Monkey and it's environment. This film was
highly acclaimed by the media.
In 2001, Marvie moved to New York City where he is continuing
his musical career. Marvie Asakura always brings a happy sound
to his music, which freely crosses genre borders.
Marvie Asakura has performed with many American musicians
including:
Teddy Wilson(p), Peanuts Hucko(cl), George Benson(g), Sir Charles
Thompson(p), Tommy James(p), walter Bishop Jor(p), Curtis Fuller(tb),
Scott Hamilton(ts), Natalie Cole(vo), Mall Waldron(p), Dolly
Baker(vo), Ray Brayant(p), Dan Abeney(p), Gary Wofsey(tp), Count
Basie Orch., Duke Ellington Orch. etc.
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