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Kishi Bashi is the pseudonym of Emmy-nominated singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist Kaoru Ishibashi. A Berklee-trained virtuoso violinist, he is acclaimed for uplifting, high-energy concerts and his distinctive loop-based violin style.
He has earned recognition for collaborations with major symphonies — including the National Symphony Orchestra, Chicago Philharmonic, Seattle Symphony, and Oregon Symphony — where he blends classical and pop influences. Beyond the orchestral stage, he has toured internationally with Regina Spektor and of Montreal.
He has released five acclaimed albums, beginning with his NPR‑praised debut 151a (2012), followed by Sonderlust (2016), the documentary project Omoiyari (2019), and most recently Kantos (2024), a kaleidoscopic fusion of funk, jazz, and orchestral pop. Known for his cinematic storytelling and genre‑bending sound, Kishi Bashi continues to push creative boundaries while captivating audiences.