Asked what prompts him to compose a new piece, he said, "I find inspiration in the power of nature, the spirit of the land and people in different cultures. I often look back on the impressions I have during my travels in many countries, and use them as [the basis to] create my compositions."
Though happy to play jazz standards with a four-piece band back in Japan, which gives him the opportunity to experiment a little more and be spontaneous, for his Taipei concert Watanabe is expected to showcase his own works and will be more disciplined in his approach because of the number of musicians and the need to get it right on the night.
"When I prepare the set list for a concert like this one, in which I perform my original compositions, I make sure that the sequence has a variety of moods that can be enjoyed by the audience."
Watanabe has a proven record of rising to the big occasion and his Taipei concert should be no exception. For original Japanese jazz, look no further.
Performance Notes:
What: Sadao Watanabe and Jazz.
Where: Taipei International Convention Center (
When: Tuesday (Dec. 21) at 7:45ppm.
Tickets: Priced at NT$600 to NT$2,200, available from www.ticket.com.tw, call (07) 537 3333. Or www.dadaarts.com.tw on (07) 537 0000.
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