Jazz at the Arts: Akiko Aoki

Thursday, May 16th 2024

7:00pm (doors open at 6:30pm)

Tickets online or in advance at the MAA or at Arnould Gallery in Marblehead

Cash bar



May 16th



Akiko Aoki is a professional singer, voice instructor and Japanese teacher. Known for her jazzy phrasing and pitch control, she is an experienced and solid vocalist. Akiko’s flexible character with a sense of warmth and humor, is one that encapsulates the audience.

This past June-July, Akiko would embark on her CD Release Japan Tour 23′. She performed at many well known venues including Royal Horse Osaka as well as Body and Soul Tokyo. During the tour, she also made stops at two broadcast radio stations; Radio Balloon and Taste of Jazz. Now, Akiko is back in Boston, continuing to perform regularly. You can find her at Sakura Organic in Wakefield MA, Gulu Gulu Cafe in Salem MA, and more. Check her social media pages and website for more info.

Tim Ray | Piano
Marshall Wood | Bass
Les Harris Jr. | Drums
Mari Aoki | Vocals
Greg Hopkins | Trumpet