{"product_id":"4524513003021","title":"Masato Kumoi Sax Quartet - Best Of - Japan CD","description":"\u003cp\u003eCredits:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMasato Kumoi Sax Quartet\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDescription:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn Irreplaceable Tribute to Masranka\nCarves a New Chapter in History\n\nSince its formation in 1996, the “Masato Kumoi Saxophone Quartet” has established a unique presence in Japan’s saxophone scene while remaining steadfast in its convictions. The music they perform—characterized by deep resonance, beautiful harmonies, and messages drawn from the very depths of music, all stemming from the shared musical language of Masato Kumoi and his students—truly shines in works like Maslanka’s, which possess an unfathomable worldview and spirituality. This greatest hits album, which includes two works by Maslanka—who sadly passed away in 2017—condenses the very essence of the “Kumo-Karu.” At the same time, their ensemble never loses its luster even when performing catchy, upbeat pieces like Iturralde’s “Greek Suite.”\nThis gem of a greatest hits album is packed with the essence of “Kumikaru,” a group that consistently engages sincerely with music and continues to pursue the highest level of expression.\nCAFUA Records\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cafua Records","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53525289500961,"sku":"4524513003021","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0568\/8482\/2076\/files\/4524513003021.jpg?v=1789730682","url":"https:\/\/cdsvinyljapan.com\/products\/4524513003021","provider":"CDs Vinyl Japan Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}