The 2014 album "Very Cool" finds Naoko Terai exploring a refined, accessible jazz sound, showcasing her lyrical violin playing over a cohesive set of compositions.
- "Very Cool" was released on March 19, 2014, by Universal Music LLC.
- The album features Naoko Terai on violin, performing in a quartet setting.
- The recording leans towards a smooth jazz aesthetic with elements of contemporary jazz.
Naoko Terai is a Japanese jazz violinist and composer, known for her work blending traditional jazz improvisation with classical and sometimes folk influences. She emerged in the 1990s and has since established herself as a prominent instrumentalist in the Japanese jazz scene.
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