Category: Reviews

Kimura built up a head of rhythmic steam…performed with poise and verve. http://newyorkclassicalreview.com/2017/08/women-composers-and-performers-reign-at-bargemusic/

…played with precision and deep feeling by the duo http://newyorkclassicalreview.com/2016/09/worlds-collide-and-a-quiet-gem-stands-out-at-here-and-now-festival/

…the duo played with confident and relaxed commitment. http://newyorkclassicalreview.com/2016/01/schnyders-brilliant-music-sparks-rich-and-varied-here-and-now-festival/

Kimura’s voice was rich and full-bodied and easily carried over the delicate ensemble. http://kcmetropolis.org/issue/november-11-2015/article/east-meets-west-in-fruitful-collaboration

Whether she was zipping through the energetic sections or tossing off the glissandi that make lyrical phrases sound like they’re floating off into the air, Kimura fit every moment into a natural flow. http://artsandculturetx.com/japanese-inspired-sonic-brush-strokes-succeed-at-aperios-season-closer/

Under Kimura’s practiced hand, there were also occasional dramatic and explosive passages. http://www.news-gazette.com/arts-entertainment/local/2014-05-22/john-frayne-prairie-ensemble-delights-usual.html

…unexpectedly groovy http://www.nytimes.com/2013/08/31/arts/music/bargemusic-labor-day-festival-features-four-premieres.html

Yoko Reikano Kimura, playing the shamisen and singing, is superb http://www.nytimes.com/2013/03/19/arts/dance/yasuko-yokoshis-bell-at-new-york-live-arts.html

“…Kimura’s performance on the solo shamisen was quite stunning. An elegant refined presence perfectly poised, she played with precision, beauty and the utmost confidence….” By Johnathon Bakan