(…) In a packed auditorium, Maki Namekawa walks alone onto the stage and plugs in her tablet to follow the score of this piece, which was originally completely improvised but, following the recording, has become something of a “composition.” Let’s close our eyes and let ourselves be swept away by the music. Maki chose the

“First on stage was Maki Namekawa with Part I. Reading from the score, she played with astonishing technique, precision, and an evident familiarity with the recording.” “Her interpretation was graceful and poised, providing a composed contrast to what had preceded it, and completing in style the faithful reproduction of the original concert.” April 11, 2026https://ukjazznews.com/the-koln-concert-by-maki-namekawa-thomas-enhco/