Yukiko Nishimura

First written for string orchestra, Water Reflections by Yukiko Nishimura has now been beautifully scored for full orchestra. In this setting, the gorgeous melodies are expanded with new harmonic dept...

Mare Orientale is the name of one of the lunar mares. "Mare" means the "sea". In this case, its not a sea - it is a crater! Mare Orientale means the "eastern sea" in English. It is said that the crate...

Mare Orientale is the name of one of the lunar mares. "Mare" means the "sea". In this case, its not a sea - it is a crater! Mare Orientale means the "eastern sea" in English. It is said that the crate...

Describing the playful cascading of a waterfall, this light-hearted work gives students multiple opportunities to work on both style and technique. Alternating between energetic ostinatos and lyrical...

Water Reflections is a stunningly beautiful new piece for the more advanced ensemble by composer Yukiko Nishimura. The melodies are gorgeous, the harmonies are thick and lush, and there is nice interp...

Fresh, flowing, and beautiful best describe this new composition from Yukiko Nishimura. She sets out to express the feeling of joy at the coming of spring. The piece is lush, then light, introspective...

Moonstone is the composer's favorite gemstone. Though not very bright, it has a unique, elegant sparkle. This composition reflects that understated beauty. The main melody in Moonstone has long, but l...

The sparkling verve and freshness of BLOOMING REFLECTIONS are as strikingly delightful as the imagery evoked by the work’s title. While Nishimura’s imagination leads performers and listeners through a...

The contemplative opening section of this stunning piece is introduced by solo Flute and gradually builds into a shining, brass-forward proclamation of optimism. Contemplation and revelation bloom int...

The contemplative opening section of this stunning piece is introduced by solo Flute and gradually builds into a shining, brass-forward proclamation of optimism. Contemplation and revelation bloom int...

The contemplative opening section of this stunning piece is introduced by solo Flute and gradually builds into a shining, brass-forward proclamation of optimism. Contemplation and revelation bloom int...

The contemplative opening section of this stunning piece is introduced by solo Flute and gradually builds into a shining, brass-forward proclamation of optimism. Contemplation and revelation bloom int...

The contemplative opening section of this stunning piece is introduced by solo Flute and gradually builds into a shining, brass-forward proclamation of optimism. Contemplation and revelation bloom int...

Representing the hope that we can all live with peaceful thoughts, this expressive ballad lets younger ensembles work on the essential skills of legato-style playing, listening across the ensemble, an...

Flying Away is intended to convey the longing felt by many over the course of the pandemic to connect with loved ones. Feel free to imagine reuniting with those people while performing this expressive...

This beautiful ballad was composed to capture the wondrous feeling of cherry blossoms. It also relays elation or hope for a brightening future. The lyrical piece helps players learn the importance of...

This lyrical 6/8 piece, originally written for orchestra, has been thoughtfully arranged for concert band in the accessible key of B-flat Major. This energetic piece is fun to play, depicting relentle...

Describing the playful cascading of a waterfall, this light-hearted work gives students multiple opportunities to work on both style and technique. Alternating between energetic ostinatos and lyrical...

A four movement work of contrasting flower themes played continuously. Each movement has a different style and feel that describe the titles of each movement: Blooming, Shiny Day, Sunset Waltz, and To...