Creating Music in the Digital Realm | Innovative Discussions on Music Podcast
In the latest episode of the "Innovating Music" Podcast, Dr. Gigi Johnson delves into the world of rethinking learning and education in music with a special guest - Akira Nakano, the President and Artistic Director of the Los Angeles Inception Orchestra.
Akira Nakano, a distinguished figure in the realm of video marketing, communications, and film producing, boasts over 20 years of experience. His journey began at UCLA, where he graduated with a B.A. in Film & Television production. His academic achievements extend beyond this, as he won the 1st Annual Herbert Zipper Award in Music Composition and the UCLA Concerto Competition.
Nakano's musical prowess is not limited to theory alone. He honed his skills on the piano and percussion at the Colburn School of Performing Arts. His play, "A Concerto for Claire", premiered at Zipper Hall at the Colburn School in 2002. Nakano also served as the Music Director and on-stage pianist for Lodestone Theatre Ensemble's "Closer Than Ever" in 2009.
Nakano's performance career is impressive, with solo appearances with the Southeast Symphony and a solo recital at Zipper Hall in March 2012, accompanied by Michael Sushel. He has also played multiple engagements at the Huntington Library President's house for their donor dinners and appeared as a performer/lecturer at the Beach Club in Santa Monica as part of the Great Speaker Series.
The Los Angeles Inception Orchestra, under Nakano's leadership, is set to embark on an exciting new venture - a Virtual Reality/360 music education program. Leveraging Nakano's extensive video production experience, this program aims to revolutionise music education and community building. However, specific details about this program, such as its aims, structure, and collaboration with local artists, are yet to be disclosed.
The "Innovating Music" Podcast features innovators, change agents, entrepreneurs, creators, and researchers from various fields, providing insights into the future of music and education. Tune in to learn more about Akira Nakano's vision for the Los Angeles Inception Orchestra and the transformative potential of their Virtual Reality/360 music education program.
Akira Nakano, with his background in film production and music composition, is applying technology to revolutionize education and self-development by creating an online-learning Virtual Reality/360 music program, aiming to redefine music education and community building. This innovative approach is yet another example of his influential role in the latest episode of the "Innovating Music" Podcast, showcasing how technology can play a pivotal role in learning.
