Keiko Matsui

I ve never attended any of her live evets but I can say the only thing more beautiful than her music is Keiko Matsui herself. Keiko, you said this new album symbolize something like a New Beginning for you. In this compilation of works I could hear the maturity, growth, vibrant spirit and true sounds of your heart. Domo Arigatoo Gozaimasu. This latest album Journey to the Heart resonates with me in a special way. Thank you for sharing your journey and letting us accompany you through the years. Also, thank you for a wonderful evening at the Reading Jazz Festival. I look forward to experiencing more of your live performances. Sincerely kkrigger

I have not been to a concert with this genre of music ever. I wasn't sure what to expect. My husband is a big fan of Keiko Matsui and has for quite a number of years said that he would take me to her concert. The Birchmere is a terrific place with friendly staff and cool decor. The audience was a nice mixture of different ages of people as well as different nationalities- it was a melting pot! I love how music brings people together. Keiko Matsui and her band did not disappoint us. They took time to engage with the crowd, Keiko spoke to us often and made sure all sides of the room got to see her perform.

Keiko, did not disappoint she and her new "family" was very entertaining . Her sets were from 1989-2015

I first saw Keiko at Musicfest in Bethlehem and became a huge fan. I own every albumn that she has produced and love her music. She is so creative and so talented that even with a touring band her music is amazing. It's no wonder that this show sold out faster than any other at the Berks Jazz Festival. I only wish that her performance was an hour longer!

This was the third time I've seen Keiko Matsui, and the third time was "the charm". It was her best performance. She played many songs from her new CD and I just love it! It's the first she has produced herself, and it shows off her considerable talents. Keiko spoke to the audience more than she usually does and told some funny stories from her most recent tour experiences. She is always cute and energetic, but she added even more fun and humor than usual. After the concert Keiko was very accessible, signing autographs and posing for photos with fans. That's what I love about the Berks Jazz Fest and jazz artists universally: they are very fan friendly and accessible. If not for some technical difficulties at the start, this would have been a perfect five-star experience!

Well, my first experience at the Berks Jazz Fest was a good one. Keiko Matsui certainly played her heart out for the sold out crowd. After about a 10 minute delay in getting the concert started, due to technical problems with her keyboards, we were treated to a wide variety of songs from her entensive catalogue. After the first song, the mix was just right. Two comments....first, her bass player was great, he really played his instrument with enthusiam...second, at 70 minutes, the concert was too short. Many people commented on the way out that she should have played longer, and I couldn't have agreed more!

F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C performance last night. Matsui-san and her band shared some awesome jazz along with some background around each song. Her latest CD was produced by her (1st time) and she played many songs from it. Another winner! If you get the chance, go and ENJOY this performer!!! Saw one of the guitar players from Yokohama at another hotel later that evening (Euge Groove concert was also GREAT) and found out he is originally from Osaka (l shared Iived there for 8 months). He was great on the guitar, as well as all the other band member - each so talented and played so well together. MPW

The show started out with no power to Keiko's Yamaha keyboards. After about 5 minutes of scrambling by a technician all was well. She played for about 1 hour 20 minutes or so, so not a very long show, but excellent none-the-less. I don't know much about her body of work, other than the song "Black River", which is how I was initially turned on to her. However, what I heard sounded great, and she spent some time speaking to the audience about what had inspired her song writing. At the end of the show she signed CDs, which was cool.

She is one of the greatest masters of the piano. Her key playing was flawless. Always full of a life & a great performer. Would have appreciated one more encore. Thanks to all talented band members.

But the show at the 2010 Berks Jazz Fest was too short - 1:05. Sax and Bass players both added a lot to the evening's performance.

This was my 4th or 5th time seeing Keiko in concert and she impresses me all the time. And hopefully, I will be able to make it the next time.

Excelent.Keiko was just awesome!She really put on a great show.Can't wait til next year show at the Birchmere.

The Birchmere is a great venue and I loved meeting Keiko after the event.

First time at the Birchmere and I would recommend it for it is a small intimate venue. Keiko and her band was amazing fun.

One oif the greatest performances I'veI witnessed by artist. Not flashy, though with great poise and pizzaz and knows how to carry the audience. What I've liked most about her music; it's her's, and covered music. Too many artists use covered music thinking they are pleasing the audience because it's a song that 's played and people liked or danced to it. Keiko, No it's all hers and it's always refreshing. Thanks for a good night of entermainment and great music.

What a wonderful and relaxing performance. A good way to unwind from a long and hectic week.

I have been a Keiko fan for a lot of years. Her shows are always top quality. She surrounds herself with excellent musicians but she still shines the brightest. She gets better and better with each performance. She is also a wonderful person to talk with after the performance. She really appreciates her fans.

Absolutely amazing show. Not a bad song in the set. She is a mesmerizing pianist and her backing band is extremely tight.

I knew nothing about her when I went to see and hear Keiko Matsui at the Birchmere in Alexandria, Virginia, a very pleasant, low-key, comfortable venue. I was blown away by her grace and style, the coordination of her band, and her sincere passion for music and its power to bring to the surface all that we share as people, regardless of origin or culture. Her form of "jazz" to me is much more peppy than the jazz I'm used to, and her style and eneregy are riveting. There were great periods of percussion, lovely riffs, powerful quiet notes as punctuation, and funny anecdotes. Two hours passed like minutes. No matter what she played, she was gracious and vivacious. Her band members are accomplished and coordinate flawlessly. She apparently has 20 CDs! I'll have to check those out, too. Don't miss the chance to her her perform live. She's magical, a dazzling, benevolent musical sorceress.

Take an absolutley amazing artist, surround her with other masterful musicians and place her in the perfect venue and your have the perfect formula for captivating music !!!!!!!!!!!!!! The Birchmere is a wonderfully unique place to experience great artists and great music. The staff are the best, food and drink is great, accoustics fabulous...but most of all, you feel like you are experiencing the intimate performance designed just for you. It's as if the artists, too, feel and perform special...because they have the opportunity to really interact with their audience in a personal setting. Keiko certainly did...I feel like I witnessed a truly special evening and performance.

Big fan of Keiko. Gave a great performance. Job well done with last CD. Wish her and the band the best of luck.

Keiko's band was excellent. Her style and personification is awesome.

Too uptempo to be called New Age, more structured than jazz, harmonic, complex and beautifully composed. This was a remarkable performance by a remarkably talented musical ensemble lead by the gifted Keiko Matsui.

Keiko put on an excellent show as usual. Her hands flow over the keyboard so fluently, yet beautifully you become enthralled with her playing. It was truly enjoyable.

I have seen Keiko Matsui play in many venues but The Birchmere is always my favorite.

Keiko Matsui was a breathe of fresh air... delightful and invigorating in every way... Not your mainstream intertainment... but very enjoyable... I would definitely recommend the experience to anyone.

Fantastic music from Keiko to the drummer to the fabulous horn player! Very enjoyable evening at the Birchmere.

Keiko was unbelievable, the music was wonderful, she has a great personalty and we saw it live at the Birchmere. The setting was a bit less formal allowing us to see her up close and personal. She's a natural comedian and totally sweet.

Flowing like a beautiful butterfly on a wonderful summer day! Keiko captivated me and the audience with her multi talented smoothness. Her style, band, and orr was simply breathtaking

My wife and I truly enjoyed our evening with Keiko Matsui and her band. Keiko perfomed beautifully and her sweet and humble presence on stage is a joy to watch. Keiko's band is a great supporting cast that allows Keiko to performed but yet provide a great flavor of thier own. I lok forward to hopefully seeing Keiko Matsui again.

The show was a real treat. If you enjoy her music, you must see her performing live. She is a magnificent performer who outwardly demonstrates her passion during the show.

My spose and I are lifetime cool jazz fans and selective fans of new age music. Ms. Matsui combines the best of both genres and throws in some hot latin based sounds too. After the show we agreed we had spent the evening with a great and sensitive artist who has managed to remain graceful and charming.

outstanding show,great artist,would highly recommend.

We enjoyed the show! Keiko gave a great show and her warmth and depth of spirit could be felt in her playing. My wife and I really enjoyed it.

The first time I saw Keiko Matsui was April, 2012 during the Cherry Blossom Festival at Blues Alley in Washington, DC. OMG . . she reached my core! Couldn't make to the Richmond Jazz Fest, so when she came to Birchmere during her Autumn Tour, I had to see her again! Watching the comradery betweeen her and the band members is pure joy. No up-staging! She is gracious, appreciative, humble, endearing, inspiring, amazing!

I have been a fan of Keko Matsiu ever since I was introduced to her via BET on Jazz back in 1994. The album released during that time was "Doll" which is still my favorite album by her. I have most of her discography which is quite vast (Over 20 US album releases alone) and have many favorites. This was my first time seeing her perform live in person and it was really wonderful and definitely fulfilled one of my lifetime dreams in terms of say a "bucket list". Keiko is a very humble performer who doesn't mind sharing the stage with other artists and band mates. Each of them had multiple areas to shine in solos and recognition. These include a saxophonist (Jackiem Joyner-which I will go on more further down), guitarist (Blake Aaron), bass (Eric Baines) and drummer (can't remember his name). Hearing her music on cd/mp3/radio or wherever is one thing. This includes live recording DVD's.VHS, etc. It's a whole different experience being there live while she's performing. Some songs I may not have paid attention to before end up becoming instant favorites just because of this. She definitely has a gift and I aspire to be almost as good as her one day as I also play piano. On stage with her and other band members was Jackiem Joyner who plays saxophone, flute and a composer also. He's my favorite sax player. I was introduced to him while listening to Pandora radio earlier this year as a similar artist to Keiko. I found out he he had been touring as part of her band and recorded on her most recent album "The Road...". I have his discography as well. It was great getting to see him play in person. It was like getting to see 2 concerts in one with him, even tho it was only Keiko's music that was played. He's also really gifted and has revived my wanting to learn to play sax on top of the other instruments I can play (piano, percussion). After the show she she was in the lobby signing autographs and posing for pictures. I had the chance to shake her hand and speak with her briefly while getting some pictures with her. It was overall a great night. I hope I can see her again soon.

The ever gracious, lovely, and extremely talented Japanese pianist and her band played two identical shows on a Sunday evening at BB KIngs in Times Square after having performed for Japan Day in Cental Park earlier in the day. Keiko introduced most of the songs with some details about how they were composed and titled. The majority of the set focused on the newly released album "The Road..." (don't forget the dot, dot, dots, that represent the continuing road that each of our lives follows). Although her music is categorized as New Age and Smooth Jazz, and many selections performed that evening would certainly fit those descriptions, the band and pianist took time to swing on a number of selections that also included plenty of solo time for each band member. Keiko's band really "rocked" (as she might say). The first show was a sell out, but plenty of empty seats and space for the second show made for a quite intimate setting to see and hear the internationally acclaimed artist. Although some may complain that more (new) material should have been included on "The Road...", the direction that Keiko is taking on her "new journey" is a welcome and positive one. Stop in Chicago soon, Keiko.

Wow! 100% show, the music was just as clear as her many CD's she gives a wonderful performance. We droved all the way from Raleigh, NC 4.5 hours to see Keiko. She was very personable and very sweet especially at her signing it was so nice meeting her in person. We'd go again to see her perform we hope she will come to North Carolina one day we know she will have a wonderful welcome form the tar hill state.

Keiko is one of my all time favorites, she has almost every song I love and she has such a great personality, together they make for an unforgetable experience and magnificant concert..

As always amazing performance, great place and great sound.

Really loved the show. Keiko is such a great performer. Loved the venue too.

We have seen several concerts at this venue. It is one of my favorites. We love the open seating and high top tables that provide such an intimate atmosphere. Keiko filled the air with her beautiful music and bubbly personality. Loved it!!!!

I've been to probably 20 concerts where Keiko Matsui has been the headliner, from Humphrey's big stage, to Thorton's cattle-call-bake-your-brain-in-the-sun, to this "BackStage" venue. This is by far the best way to see her--up close and personal. The drummer (Cuban), bass (Nordic...I forget which country) and her lead guitar (Brazilian) were the best of the best. Top notch talent, and a concert with heart and soul!

Keiko Matsui and her group never disappoint us it s always a joy to see and hear them !

Keiko was awesome. I will go again. Keiko eas awesome.

Excellent Concert!!! She was AWESOME!!! This was our first time seeing her in concert!!!!!

The show was great,, if you get at chance you should go see Keiko Maatsui

Great concert,great venue,great staff,great location,would come again.

STUPENDOUS AWESOME FABULOUS WONDERFUL MIND-BLOWING

Absolutely loved the show. It was a great night for us and we would see them again.

Wonderful concert. All entertainers were amazing. Highly recommended.

I thought this was going to be two separate acts, first Euge Groove and then headliner with Keiko Matsui. It was actually Keiko playing with Euge and his band. I am a huge Keiko fan so I went mainly to see her but she was overshadowed by the rest of the band

The evening was a smash hit. Keiko and Euge Groove were very good, as was Lindsay, the girl singer and the drummer (he sang a Christmas Carol at the end). The show seemed to go very fast, though, and it was as though it ended as soon as it began! I guess that was because it was very enjoyable.

The entertainers very good together and individually. They really seemed to be having a great time, which made my experience very enjoyable. The music was outstanding and I don't think there was a bad seat in the arena.

Keiko and Euge put on quite a varied show along with a singer and bass player. The drummer also had quite a good singing voice! They each performed their own favorite Christmas song. We heard a sampling of their own music, written by them showing the audience some very well received performances. I look forward to seeing them again! Also, The Miller Center is an excellent venue, slightly graded seating making every seat, even mine in the last row an excellent view of the stage! I have been there many times.

Keiko Matsui again proved what an awesome versatile musician she is by giving us a heartfelt performance with Euge Groove and the awesome band they had that night. I don't get in the Christmas spirit easily, but they got me there. OUTSTANDING !!

Since Keiko was the headliner, I would have preferred more numbers by her alone. Also, in the beginning, the drums and instruments were way too loud. It was toned down eventually but missed some of what the mc was saying. Perhaps it was the mic?

We enjoyed the concert. What a great way to start the holidays and the new season of the Berks jazz festival. The Parkers

As a partnership they Keiko Matsuiand Euge Groove not only were good in them selves but knew how to surround themselves with talent. The female vocalist Lyndsey Webster had such a range of voice and great control. However it did not stop here her husband the keyboard who wrote songs for her collaborated to form memorable works. Adam Hawley is so precise as the guitarist composed and collaborated with Euge to make great songs on his new album release. The drummer has excellent singing range as well. Love the funk the Bassist came up with. Euge is bold and Keiko to supported to proclaim the goodness of God both in words and in song, definitely supporting the Reason for the Season we honor. I heard from Lynn that the team had backed out of Jakarta Jazz fest. Hope they do it some year. Indonesia has a love for Japanese women lead Jazz players since the first lady Dewi, for the first President was from Japan and Euge with his love for the Savior has much to offer this island chain.

This show was simply amazing. Each artist shared the stage and complimented each other as they played their songs. The event just flowed smooth as silk. Our party of 4 had a great time and really enjoyed our time at The Miller Center, which is so cozy and a great venue for concerts. Great job by Euge, Keiko, Adam, and Lindsay. Come back again next year.

This was a very special evening, well rounded, in the Christmas season but full of current music. All performers were great.

Keiko Matsui, Euge Groove, Lindsey Webster, and Adam Hawley really rocked the stage at Miller Performing Arts Center (excellent venue, easy parking). I've seen Keiko before, and she was great as always. She shared the spotlight with the others and put on an incredible show with a great band. The talent on stage was mind boggling--the drummer even sang a few songs and had an amazing voice. They played some holiday songs as well as hits from their solo catalogs. It was kind of like getting four shows in one. Highly recommended.

Perfect combination of holiday music along with some of the artists best known work.

The concert was a never to forget concert /with outstanding performance, good and outstanding sound chairs were to close attached to each other with not much room special for big people you have to build some space between them! I know the place is not a large venue, but I would prefer to pay more with less chairs

The music was very nice. I'm glad they did more than just Christmas music. I would have liked to hear more piano out of Keiko, Euge Groove was generally the headliner. I was not pleased with the seating -- they really cram you in there at BB Kings- - and we got there over an hour early. Also, I thought the prices were exorbitant for food and alcohol. The food was good, not great.

I had expected to hear Keiko Matsui, instead Keiko was the backup pianist to a holiday special. Disappointing.

Absolutely wonderful. Top notch musicians. I Love Keiko Matsui and enjoyed the performance immensely.

I enjoyed this event Keiko Matsui, Euge Groove, the band and Singer ...were wonderful mixing Christmas music with smooth jazz...just an awesome warm and delightful nite!!!

Awesome show, great combination. A wonderful venue.

The concert was wonderful. The venue was clean and the hostesses were pleasant. I m really happy I went and enjoyed the performances by everyone.

Ponte-Vedra Concert Hall hasn t disappointed us yet. Great artist and really nice people.

This concert was amazing!! I bought the tickets on a whim (not knowing much about jazz) but it was a fun and festive night of fabulous music. The musicians and singers are EXTREMELY talented. We left at the end of the concert feeling the Holiday Spirit and as new fans of all these artists. Please come back to Ponte Vedra Beach in 2018!

I've been listening to Keiko since the early 1990's. I saw her some years ago, but this time I was able to get the "front row" seats and really enjoy the music. She is just absolutely fantastic!!!

this concert was everything I had hoed for and her new album is a masterpiece. The venue was also wonerful and sitting at a table with strangers is the best, you make new friends.

Ms. Matsui is a tremendous musician, very gracious and personable. I felt the show was a little short, at 1 hour 20 mins or so, so she left us wanting more. Having made the effort to come in from Jersey for the show, I would have preferred a longer show.

The best show I've ever seen\u2026Yes, I mean that whole heartedly. I don't know that all of you would have the same reaction I did to finally getting to see Keo ko Matsui live, I can only hope that your experiences even half as good as mine. I've seen many many concerts and I have to say that she likely is the most gracious musical host you could ever wish for. Her performance was lively and quite entertaining. The musicianship\u2026 Second to none. Please, if you ever have the chance see her perform live.

KM, the band, and the music were amazing. It was a short show though. 60 minutes and no encore.

Exceptional Performance by Keiko. Superb absolutely ... I always wanted to see her in concert and I was not the least bit disappointed. She and her band were phenomenal each possessed their individual musical aptitude which resulted in a extra-ordinary blend of Jazz pleasing to the ear and the spirit.

For as long as I can remember, Keiko Matsui has been one of my most admired pianists. As a classical pianist myself, I couldn't wait to see her in concert. Her performance was absolutely flawless! Not only is she an incredible artist, but she is also a gracious and humble human being. I will definitely search her tour schedule to see her again.

The music was great the food was good, ad good company to that made for an excellent evening. Also a very nice staff at the birchmer.

keiko was great! I really like the fact that she not only performed on the baby grand, but the electric keys and the keytar. Great show! I would definitely go see her again!

One of the best performers in the world... she always plays review songs from the new albums and favorite songs from the previous albums

Amazing performer at an amazing venue! Berks Jazz Fest could not have done any better. This concert was spectacular from beginning to end!

My first smooth jazz concert and I was not disappointed. Keiko is a dynamic, energetic, and extremely happy performer! Every song sounded great! She played a wide range of songs across her catalog, with a focus on her new album. She played Black Lion, which is one of my favorites. I would see Keiko again! And again!

I LOOKED FORWARD TO SEEING KEIKO SINCE I MISSED HER PERFORMANCE AT THE THORNTON WINERY. I WAS VERY DISAPPOINTED. SHE SPENT THE EVENING MOSTLY PROMOTING HER NEW ALBUM WHICH IS SUBPAR IN MY ESTIMATION. A LOT OF THE OLD TUNES THAT CATAPULTED HER TO FAME AND DREW A FAN BASE WERE NOT PLAYED. I HAD LOOKED FORWARD TO LISTENING LIVE TO THOSE GREAT TUNES AND CREATIVE WORK. THE SHOW WAS ALSO VERY SHORT. I FELT LIKE IT WAS A "DRIVE BY" PERFORMANCE THAT WAS NOT TAKEN SERIOUSLY.

Keiko was a delight providing superb musicianship in a warm and intimate atmosphere. Her set primarily consisted of tracks from her latest album, which I will definitely purchase. She is an amazing talent!

a Fabulous performance by an incredibly talented and exciting musician. Can't wait to see her again. She is amazing and has surrounded herself with amazing musicians.

OMG! Keiko Matsui was freakin fantastic!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I didn't want her to stop playing. Cant wait to see her in August. Thinking about seeing her in Napa in April.

I love Keiko and all that she does, however, I must admit that I like her when she is performing with another entertainer like Dave Koz. and they play together and there is an intermission where you do see her alone and the other person alone but you get to experience them together also and to me, that's a much better concert.

Amazing talent and fabulous entertainer. Her band mates were equally talented too!

Keiko Matsui and her band are phenomenal musicians. No two ways about it. The show was amazing. Do yourself a favor and experience this fantastic music!

Keiko is a must see. She is a master at her craft and puts on a an awesome show.

Keiko is a seasoned and outstanding professional who engages and entertains. Not too much fluff; she simply gets down to business and showcases her talent.

Keiko Matsui has such a beautiful soul and it resonates through the music she makes.

Keiko is just awesome! You will truly enjoy her Instrumental jazz. I wish she play my favorite song (the sea breeze). Disappointed but love her!

Love the music, Love the artist, I only knew of 4 albums but now I found out she has 24 and I am excited to add them to my collection! Thanks Keiko Matsui!

Great Show, can't wait to see her again.Was a nice surprise when we got to meet her in person.Love her music, listen to it a lot.

All band members were excellent and entertaining!!!

Don't plan to return to facility for events due to seating or, in some cases I'm reading, none. Place is too small and they call it a concert hall but when it provides seating, it's folding chairs suitable for a high school play. For larger crowds, they just remove the seats. Event was affected by half due to discomfort. Even players had to vie for stage space in some instances. On the other hand, Keiko was great. After warming up her set, we were distracted enough to forget the guy we're crammed next to. She was promoting new CD so many songs in it were played. In it, she's collaborating with a major player of Fourplay. It would seem natural for her to follow in the footsteps of Bob James on such a collaboration. Being a fan of both groups, I'd highly recommend seeing her and new CD. You'll notice the difference live since it is like a bonus version of the songs. Can't forget the CD symbolism. That's Keiko.

What a talented performer and what an immensely talented back-up band. My wife is the big fan, but consider me a convert after this show. My only complaint is that she didn't play a few hours longer!!! Such a wonderful stage presence and to meet her afterwards was a complete delight. Please, take the time to see her, you'll be entertained for every moment.