Ichiyo Izawa

Composer

Date of Birth

July 4, 1976

Career

Izawa formed the 3-piece band Appa in 2004. Although he is mainly a pianist, he is also a lyricist, composer, and arranger. Izawa joined Tokyo Jihen in 2005 and played a major role in the band throughout its second phase. He has been involved with the rock group the HIATUS since 2009. Izawa’s music centers on rock and jazz, and teems with un-predictable changes. His lyrics are filled with empathy and unique perspectives. Be-cause of his distinctive style, Izawa’s music has attracted many fans including his fellow musicians. He has collaborated with many artists including Aiko, Ohashi Trio, Rina Katahira, Maaya Sakamoto, Saori Yuki, Kayoko Yoshizawa, and Kenshi Yonezu.