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About Joe Hisaishi

Joe Hisaishi, born as Mamoru Fujisawa on December 6, 1950, in Nagano, Japan, is a Japanese composer and pianist. He has achieved worldwide acclaim for his close collaboration with director Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli, creating some of the most iconic soundtracks in Japanese animated cinema.

Musical Career:
Joe Hisaishi began his musical journey in the 1970s as a composer for television commercials and shows. He quickly expanded his repertoire to work on films, including collaborations with director Takeshi Kitano on several projects. However, it is his partnership with Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli that catapulted him to international recognition. His masterful compositions have breathed life into films such as "My Neighbor Totoro," "Spirited Away," "Princess Mononoke," and many more.

Influences:
Hisaishi's musical influences are broad and diverse. His compositions draw from elements of classical music, jazz, contemporary music, and even traditional Japanese music. His ability to blend these various styles while creating memorable and evocative melodies is a hallmark of his work.

Musical Style:
Joe Hisaishi is a versatile composer, able to adapt to different musical genres based on the project's requirements. His compositions for Studio Ghibli films are characterized by timeless melodies, meticulous orchestral arrangements, and the ability to evoke deep emotions through his music. Beyond his film work, Hisaishi has also crafted solo albums, blending elements of minimalism, solo piano, and orchestration.

In summary, Joe Hisaishi is a master of musical composition who has captivated listeners worldwide with his enchanting melodies and iconic soundtracks for animated cinema. His influence on film music and his talent for evoking emotions through music have solidified him as one of the most revered and cherished composers of his generation.

Music genres
anime, anime score, japanese classical, japanese soundtrack, orchestral soundtrack
50 albums

Discography

2023  •  16 tracks  •  0 like
Brahms: Complete Symphonies
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2023  •  29 tracks  •  0 like
A Symphonic Celebration - Music from the Studio Ghibli Films of Hayao Miyazaki
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2022  •  23 tracks  •  0 like
Studio Ghibli Official B-Sides and Rarities Album
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2022  •  12 tracks  •  0 like
Symphonic Suite “Princess Mononoke” 2021 (Live)
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2021  •  28 tracks  •  0 like
Songs of Hope: The Essential Joe Hisaishi Vol. 2
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2021  •  6 tracks  •  0 like
ミニマリズム4
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2021  •  34 tracks  •  0 like
赤狐書生 (オリジナル・サウンドトラック)
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2020  •  14 tracks  •  0 like
Symphonic Suite “Kiki’s Delivery Service”
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2020  •  28 tracks  •  0 like
Dream Songs: The Essential Joe Hisaishi
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2019  •  35 tracks  •  0 like
映画『二ノ国』 (オリジナル・サウンドトラック)
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2019  •  5 tracks  •  0 like
Spirited Away Suite (Live)
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2019  •  25 tracks  •  0 like
海獣の子供 (オリジナル・サウンドトラック)
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2018  •  14 tracks  •  0 like
Symphonic Suite Castle in the Sky
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2017  •  31 tracks  •  0 like
TV Drama "Onna Nobunaga" Original Soundtrack
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2017  •  6 tracks  •  0 like
ミニマリズム 3
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2017  •  7 tracks  •  0 like
久石譲 presents ミュージック・フューチャー 2015
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2016  •  12 tracks  •  0 like
The End of the World
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2015  •  8 tracks  •  0 like
ミニマリズム 2
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2014  •  16 tracks  •  0 like
Works IV -Dream of W.D.O.- (Live)
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2013  •  37 tracks  •  0 like
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya Soundtrack
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2013  •  10 tracks  •  0 like
Nokto De La Galaksia Fervojo
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2013  •  31 tracks  •  0 like
The Wind Rises Soundtrack
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2010  •  9 tracks  •  0 like
メロディフォニー
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2010  •  21 tracks  •  0 like
The Sun Also Rises (Original Soundtrack Album)
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2010  •  16 tracks  •  0 like
悪人
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2009  •  9 tracks  •  0 like
ミニマリズム
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2009  •  13 tracks  •  0 like
Another Piano Stories ~The End of the World~
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2008  •  19 tracks  •  0 like
おくりびと (オリジナル・サウンドトラック)
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2008  •  36 tracks  •  0 like
Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea Soundtrack
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2008  •  13 tracks  •  0 like
Piano Stories Best '88-'08
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2008  •  10 tracks  •  0 like
Ponyo on the Cliff by the Sea Image Album
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2007  •  14 tracks  •  0 like
W.D.O. BEST
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2006  •  13 tracks  •  0 like
真夏の夜の悪夢 (Live)
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2005  •  12 tracks  •  0 like
パリのアメリカ人
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2005  •  11 tracks  •  0 like
WORKS III
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2005  •  9 tracks  •  0 like
FREEDOM PIANO STORIES 4
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2004  •  26 tracks  •  0 like
Howl's Moving Castle Soundtrack
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2004  •  22 tracks  •  0 like
Le Mecano De La General
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2004  •  11 tracks  •  0 like
WORLD DREAMS
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2004  •  10 tracks  •  0 like
Image Symphonic Suite Howl's Moving Castle
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2003  •  13 tracks  •  0 like
The Tokyo Concert
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2003  •  10 tracks  •  0 like
ETUDE ~a Wish to the Moon~
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2002  •  16 tracks  •  0 like
Orchestra Stories - My Neighbor Totoro
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2002  •  11 tracks  •  0 like
ENCORE
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2001  •  21 tracks  •  0 like
Spirited Away Soundtrack
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1999  •  14 tracks  •  0 like
Best Selection
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1999  •  13 tracks  •  0 like
WORKS II ~Orchestra Nights~ (Live)
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1999  •  12 tracks  •  0 like
菊次郎の夏 (オリジナル・サウンドトラック)
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-0001  •  7 tracks  •  0 like
La Folía - Mr. Dough and the Egg Princess Soundtrack
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-0001  •  10 tracks  •  0 like
Spirited Away Image Album
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