https://mirror2.jazzofjapan.com/tags/masanori-okazaki/ Recent content in Masanori Okazaki on Jazz of Japan | Brian McCrory Hugo en Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://mirror2.jazzofjapan.com/toru-takahashi-tokyo-groovin-high/ Sat, 06 Dec 2025 00:00:00 +0000 https://mirror2.jazzofjapan.com/toru-takahashi-tokyo-groovin-high/ <p>Drummer Toru Takahashi’s debut album is <em>Tokyo Groovin’ High</em>, a 2021 release that presents addictive jazz bebop favorites performed by long-time musical partners and friends. This is a drummer-led album where Takahashi makes the most of arranging the musicians in various forms. With three different rhythm sections, the drummer plays with quartet and quintet forms, the classic piano trio, and even a septet featuring two special guests known for <em>rakugo</em> storytelling performances and television appearances.</p>