Yasukazu Amemiya

Yasukazu Amemiya studied at the Tokyo University of the Arts. Immediately after graduation in 1962 he entered the Yomiuri Nihon Orchestra at the time of its foundation, after which time he became active as a solo performer of contemporary music while retaining his position in this orchestra. He went to the United States in 1973 where he studied under Prof. Saul Goodman and Prof. Paul Price. And his activity as a guest soloist and ensembles during this period gave him increased ability and self-confidence.