Junko Onishi – American Classics

Junko Onishi to release her first-ever solo piano album on CD and LP simultaneously!Jazz pianist Junko Onishi pursues her unique jazz aesthetic in various ensembles, including trios, quartets, and sextets.Her latest release, her first in about four years since 2021’s ‘Grand Voyage’, is a solo piano collection featuring her own selections.Recorded in a concert hall, the album features selections from pianists she deeply admires, such as Thelonious Monk and Duke Ellington, alongside songs immortalized by legendary vocalists like Ella Fitzgerald and Billie Holiday.Additionally, a medley of ‘Memories of You / Lover Come Back to Me / Stardust’ is included as an LP-exclusive track.Song ListA1. Would You Like to Take a Walk?A2. ‘Round About MidnightA3. Medley: Memories of You / Lover Come Back to Me / Stardust *LP exclusive songsA4. What a Wonderful WorldB1. Medley: Smoke Gets in Your Eyes / You Go to My Head / Ill WindB2. Where or WhenB3. Duke Ellington Med