This week, Ira spoke with Jazz pianist/composer Yuko Mabuchi, performing with the Yuko Mabuchi Quartet in Myron’s at The Smith Center March 16 (at 5 and 8 p.m.). In this episode of “Talk About Las Vegas With Ira,” Yuko talks about improvisation; how jazz musicians communicate and collaborate; being exposed to all kinds of music in Japan; her decision to move to the United States to study; her first time performing in Las Vegas; her high energy performances; how American audience’s response inspired her to play; why she loves the music of Brazil; how music should bring people together; and working on her new album.

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