Clarence City Council’s Clarence Jazz Festival, in conjunction with the Melbourne International Jazz Festival, are thrilled to announce that GRAMMY-nominated Japanese pianist – Makoto Ozone – TriNFiNiTY live for one night only at the Rosny Barn.
With a reputation for live performances that are “thrilling, virtuosic and unabashedly personal” (New York Times), Makoto Ozone is a unique force in both jazz and classical music.
For the first time ever, Ozone will bring his extraordinary talent to Tasmania, offering a rare opportunity to witness one of the world’s most celebrated pianists in the intimate and atmospheric setting of Rosny Barn on Wednesday 23 October at 7.30pm.
Makoto Ozone’s 1983 solo recital at Carnegie Hall catapulted him into the international spotlight—launching a storied career that has included recording and touring with the likes of Gary Burton, Chick Corea, Paquito D’Rivera, Anna Maria Jopek and Branford Marsalis, as well as performing with an ever-increasing number of the world’s great symphony orchestras.
With an extensive discography, over 300 pieces to his name and countless other achievements—including the prestigious Medal of Honour with Purple Ribbon from the Government of Japan — Ozone’s artistry is truly something to behold.
Clarence City Council Mayor Brendan Blomeley said that council was delighted to once again be able to host such high calibre acts.
“As well as deepening our relationship with more large, national Jazz festivals and artists, bringing artists like Makoto Ozone to our shores allows us to offer even more exceptional cultural experiences to Clarence residents,” Mayor Blomeley said.
“I am thrilled to be welcoming Makoto and his trio to Clarence, and I strongly encourage everyone to take advantage of this amazing opportunity to experience this artist in our own backyard.”
In 2023, the 40th anniversary of his debut, Ozone formed a new trio, TRiNFiNiTY, featuring bassist Shimpei Ogawa and drummer Kunito Kitai.
To book tickets to the 23 October show go to our events page.
The 2025 Clarence Jazz Festival will run for four days from 20 February until 23 February 2025 on Hobart’s Eastern Shore and will comprise of both free and paid events.
