Makoto Ozone

piano · 1961 · Kobe

A Japanese pianist born in Kobe, who came up through the American circuit; he played with Gary Burton at ECM (Real Life Hits, Whiz Kids) and recorded for Verve and with Chick Corea.

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Styles

• Japanese jazz
• Neoclassicism, Young Lions

Landmark tracks

• Three Wishes (1997)

Cited in 2 radio episodes

• May 20, 2026: Makoto Ozone au Duc des Lombards (Jazzlive, TSF Jazz, in French)
• May 21, 2026: Makoto Ozone, l'élégance du piano (Deli Express, TSF Jazz, in French)

Sources

• EN : Makoto Ozone

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