Keiko Matsui - Light Above the Trees

Beautiful!

[@eveseldercare]

So many talented people were on KKSF Smooth Jazz back in the 90's that to this day are still my favorite artist...over 30 years later...

[@kevp9601]

Keiko Matsui, Your "Jazz Musician Ancestors" Up In "HEAVEN THE GOOD AFTERLIFE PARADISE" Would Be So "PROUD" of You, Girl ❤🧡💛💚💙💜

[@charlesmangum3108]

2022. Love this piece. The flute is exquisitely played. The piano and flute sets a mournful, yet cheery, mood. The guitar is done well.

[@crushedrgb]

And even now this song holds my heart. The most beautiful song I know of.

[@l.livingston1834]

One of Keiko's most beautiful songs. I love it.

[@crushedrgb]

After discovering Keikos music back in 1995 with the release of Sapphire I have taken every opportunity to catch her performances. A show at Yoshies in 2006 was the most memorable as I wed my wife later that December. Light Above The Trees became our song and never fails to bring a tear and heart felt memories.

[@fbmarz]

She always takes me to a far away yet familiar place in my heart.

[@ahayahshouse5344]

Keiko's music brings tears to my eyes...she grabs me everytime!!!

[@antyhingforeverythingnew6285]

The year is 2018. Still listening with the same excitement. This is MUSIC.

[@Kirajiren]

2020 same

[@royalbrooks8042]

@@Kirajiren 2022 still listening

[@CatDaddy0327]

I just wanna say that electric guitarist killed it!!! hes the man!!!

[@foresthreebantarkemang6107]

6:08 that is such an eargasm

[@PlayfulMinou]

i found this completely by accident...i was searching for something else...and this is far better than what i was looking for. i love it.

[@6Meggers12]

This song makes me feel like i am alone in a large rainforest. Keiko, your music transports us to a whole new world! your magnificint!!!!

[@prettyboogirl]

They are all truly wonderful musicians! Keiko's husband (Kazu) is playing a "Japanese Bamboo Flute", and he plays it equisitely!!!!!!!!

[@saadmll]

I loved it since 2001 Thank you for uplodoading !

[@IAmMrQ]

My all time favorite musician, even though I am a MC/Rapper. This is all the music I need. Lol. Keiko is a living legend.

[@sej6241]

So very beautiful. What a fabulous couple; what a fabulous piece; thanks so much for posting

[@loriquirk5840]

I'm left without words as this touches great emotion for me !!!

[@armywife2248]

She is my favorite artist! She is truly magnificent on the piano, and her husband is wonderful on the horn.

[@crushedrgb]

I've known Keikos music for 20 years and nothing moves me more to this day... I've had the honor of seeing her perform four times this year and treated to a show at House Of Blues in Anaheim where she performed her style of Christmas music. My favorite rendition of this (my favorite) is with the alto sax and acoustic guitar.. Her music moves me to tears....

[@Salvatore-Celiento-Music]

Beautiful Music! Thank you very much!!!

[@IAmMrQ]

Sitting here with my cup of coffee,mouth wide open in pure awe of this production. Breathtaking.

[@Martial-Mat]

That really is a terrific piece of music. Kazui's breathing control and articulation are immaculate. The middle passages are unbelievably beautiful.

[@mvoproject]

Ahhhh Absolutely wonderful Music and performance! One of my favs. I always try to visit the concerts of the magnificent Keiko Matsui in my city. The last time was in 2019, I think. I hope she will come to visit us again. I keep her autograph and photos with her like the apple of my eye.

[@joycefosselius6438]

MY HUSBAND ABSOLUTELY LOVES THE MUSIC YOU MAKE!!!!!!! IT IS REALLY GREAT-RELAXING SO NICE TO LISTEN TO. WE LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@flumble3457]

Wow. Glad I found this. Worthwhile to listen to. Thanks.

[@jenniferyoon-mejia401]

I love this version--so beautiful ❤️

[@williamemarks]

very beautiful flow - touching of the soul - thank you for this earthly experience during my journey

[@OlinkaPentaAlfa]

I am speechless... is just incredible amazing!!!!

[@mrfahrenheid8746]

I listendd this over and over just for the flute :)

[@gregoryotey4903]

A BEAUTIFUL SONG!!

[@takatakatang]

i'm in seoul now but i used to live in seattle in 2007. i love dimitriou's jazz alley. the venue is perfect for an artist like her. i saw her there in 2007 and it was hands-down the best concert ive ever been to. i'm so envious that you'll be seeing her there this May. enjoy!

[@pnamajck]

no comparison … keiko 'n kazu make awesome music together … brings tears to my eyes … liberating !

[@PoppaJayJohnson]

Entranced & Joyfully Held Captive.

[@MIbKMunk]

I can't believe you said that! I think that the guitar solo is probably the best of the solos. The guitarist holds back a lot and personally I think that it suits the piece perfect.

[@IndigoBlu35]

Keiko is my girl....love it!!!

[@is1dr0]

I was looking for this music for years! I've seen a TV show and absolutely adore Mr. Kazu and the way he plays the bamboo flute (i was a flute player my self but classic one). I was starting to beliave that I did dream of it as in my country i just cant find anything of them. Magnificent. I've never forgot the main tune either!

[@masterfoo8562]

Kazu Matsui on sakuhachi...genius.

[@megaxtar]

Agreed

[@RonRay]

Exemplary of a full spectrum genre; But masterfully executed in this moving expressive compilation! ... WOW!

[@scismgenie]

I saw Keiko and Kazu in concert the first time they came to the USA on tour, in a community center hall, the BEST concert ever. (1990)

[@ABOSS302]

I was able to see Keiko and Kazu in concert in Los Angeles and have been buying and enjoying there music and harmony every since. I keep looking for their return.

[@rontayan]

That was an Awesome guitar solo.

[@thehung70]

I admired her music for many years

[@tenniegreene5956]

I would love to hear Keiko and Kazu make more music together.ONE more time.they're awesome!!!!

[@jbetter42]

No words can express this magic music...O have a cup of tea & relaxing thus music transfer you to a magic place....she is very talent & beautiful

[@lusferno]

lovely im from Guatemala n i really love jazz n j music, but this was a delightfull fusion of both, i've never heard something like that bfore =)

[@gilbertogodoy73]

Simply amazing

[@kevp9601]

❤ KEIKO MATSUI RULES ! ❤

[@johncullenxyz]

Hi. This whole song is like a prayer. Amazing.

[@ShakuhachiLogic]

Kazu and Keiko Matsui make beautiful music together. Kazu has such a relaxed and pleasant style; very refreshing. . Keiko is so versatile. What a team. What a great sound. Thank You!

[@vasend]

I was there in 2007 as well. She actually had 2 concerts in 2007 and I went to both. One was in the winter and one in August. I will try to attend at least 2 sessions this May. Sometimes they will let you stay for the 2nd session for either no charge or 1/2 charge.

[@emesvideo]

I listen with my eyes closed, much more emotional.

[@CatDaddy0327]

easily the best song Ive ever heard in my life!

[@ayandaqolohle1682]

Goodness gracious

[@thehung70]

Just one word Great !

[@TheBeverleyann]

Absoultly Beautiful !!!

[@AudRox25]

@Nachtuil36 i remember when my Japanese grandpa played it for me. pure brilliance.

[@ChiefXAli]

gorgeous!

[@prettyboogirl]

Keiko was quoted to say "Music is a stairway to the heavens," she is right, and I'm ascending them now!

[@Ekadesha11Dana]

Wonderful!!!! LOve

[@bozo47p]

new age art...new age love...life is so wonderful....everyone needs to relax and chill...be cool and rightous....we are in the presence of greatness....please enjoy

[@mayab.4790]

So beautiful ands in to space !

[@MissPickletoes]

Entrancing.....captivating.....magnificent.

[@jermainechandler1411]

I listen with my eyes closed she's a genius

[@Stromi100]

mir fehlen die Wort, unbeschreiblich schön

[@3muimui]

Heavenly ! thank you !

[@rubent100]

its not just nice, its fantastic!

[@paulonaximento9779]

Divine Keiko...

[@HenryWinehard]

Gorgeous song!!

[@OldWailer]

Hauntingly beautiful. The sound of that Shakuhachi just soothes the soul. . .

[@howlnwolf59]

Very soul stirring... Thank you for sharing...

[@ohsosexy45]

Yall know yall bad!!!! Go Keiko and Kazu, I love you both. The Lord has blessed us in blessing you. All Praises!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@LastCetra2]

This is truly, an awe-inspiring piece of music. Beautiful, calm, subtle, and utter perfection. Just, perfection.

[@carlosojeda111]

wonderful

[@mauroikeda9955]

how beautiful and dramatic!!!

[@yatriprasad]

Speechless! Awesome music! I just love East Asian Music.

[@leslettresdemonmoul1]

L'UN DE MES MORCEAUX PREFERES DE KEIKO ! EMPREINT DE POESIE ET DE SENSIBILITE ! MAGNIFIQUE !

[@Nachtuil36]

Impressive and inspiring fusion. No flute can top the shakuhachi !

[@Nitricta]

Incredible music

[@fairnorth]

Excellent ! I have her CD, but I like this live version the best. This song and Keiko's performance , and great band are in a class all by themselves !

[@crgaillee]

I LOVE this!! thank you for posting

[@J30A4V6er]

jammin guitar solo! badass!

[@Davidtibi4353]

What an absolutely fabulous piece of music this is,…

[@Whiskey0880]

Sensational 👏👏👏

[@hl2dapper]

A very impressive in-the-moment piece. Very nice...

[@spiritdancerify]

@curlscot You are so absolutely right... Very well said.. Love this talented woman.. Beautiful is what she is ...Good comment ..

[@jenniferyoon-mejia401]

BEAUTIFUL! WITH GRATITUDE

[@renerecappe9070]

June 2020, Comforting to realize that there is light above the trees, to lead us to our perfect selves.

[@mygoldfisharegold]

absolutely beautiful piece! amazing piano playing, spirit filled shakuhachi playing loved it ^_^

[@Shakuhachi64]

Hearing this music reminded me why music crosses all bridges.

[@masterfoo8562]

Magnificent!

[@tarottorahletrashebreas]

Hermosisimo. magia pura

[@heartbound35]

"Liked" and added this post to my listening list, Its my first time hearing this and i love this song. thank you :)

[@JohnDeyJohnJD]

The earth has music for those who listen.

[@MarisaTurnerMusic]

Beautiful 💕

[@williammcdonald9444]

Saw her perform 4-29-23 in Cerritos Ca. great!

[@CherylMcDonald-t9v]

❤

[@sgariboldo]

Magic music!!

[@SomberShogun]

This is absolutely beautiful. I recently bought a Shakuhachi, and I can only hope to play this well one day. I watch it every day when I get into work...

[@Orchydee64]

so wonderful :-) thank you....

[@Daarkvader]

this is MOST excellent

[@sdccreative]

that's more than amazing... i love shakuhachi's solos but this one is really outstanding!!