About Me

Yukino Takenaka, a Japanese-born music composer now residing in Los Angeles, began her musical journey at the age of three with Yamaha music lessons. Over a decade, she honed her skills in piano and electone, performing both as a soloist and in ensemble groups. Her musical pursuits extended to the marching band in elementary school, where she played the trombone for two years. Additionally, she contributed as a keyboardist in a high school rock band for a year. Beyond these experiences, Yukino actively participated as a pianist in choir competitions throughout her elementary, middle, and high school years.

Yukino Takenaka initially had limited experience in composing piano music during her time at Yamaha music school. However, her formal foray into composition began when she enrolled at Full Sail University, focusing on computer-based composition. Yukino demonstrates exceptional skill in crafting captivating melodies, exemplified in her significant work, "僕がいるこの世界よりも” (Better Than the World I Live In). This composition, created for the short film "Hemlock," highlights her pivotal roles as a composer, songwriter, and lyricist.

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She is open to work with other composers and producers with different experiences in music to explore and learn, and her music experience will definitely help you to bring her unique creativities into projects.

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More About Me

Interview with Shoutout LA:   https://shoutoutla.com/meet-yukino-takenaka-music-composer/

Interview with Voyage LA: https://voyagela.com/interview/life-work-with-yukino-takenaka-of-los-angeles/

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