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Hidè Takemoto

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One of the finest classical / finger style guitarist in London, available for performing from a private party to big festivals.
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London
Public liability insurance of £10 million

YAMAHA Music London Ambassador of 2024. Hidè’s ‘magic fingers’ blends jazz, pop, rock, Indian, Spanish, Celtic, Japanese, blues and heavy metal on his guitar. “My jaw was on the floor that he isn't an huge act and was just the opener, as he was possibly the most talented guitarist I've heard live in about 20 years.” — Simon Phillips from Whisperin and Hollerin “Beautiful. The melody sounds great.” — Grammy Award winner David Russell, on ‘Dear Mum,’ “…so very beautiful. You made me cry.” — Welsh traditional folk-singer/harpist Siân James on Welsh folk song arrangements. Classically trained in Japan and at prestigious Guildhall School of Music in London, Hidè epitomises the tradition, compounding classical literacy and the finger-style artistry. Hidè’s music were featured on Japanese TV program as well as numerous radio in the UK including Monocle Radio with his work with Rié. As a composer, Hidè wrote many music including American calligrapher Thomas Ingmire’s project as well as ‘My Gentle Roses’ for Duo Ueda, which was published on Gendai Guitar magazine in January 2020. Hidè’s guitar technique can be traced back via Keigo Fujii, José Luis Gonzaléz, Andrés Segovia, Miguel Llobet to the great Francisco Tárrega.

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Gemma K
1 year ago
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Just brilliant – Hidè is so tremendously talented; he played beautifully and was an absolute joy to deal with. A huge thank you!

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1 year ago

Thank you so much! Means so much to me! 🥹🥹🥹

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Tony V
2 months ago, for a Charity event in Central Square
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Dear HIDE, I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for your incredible performance at my charity concert held at St Jude-on-the-Hill on Sunday 6th April. Your talent and dedication played a pivotal role in making the event a resounding success. Thanks to your contribution, we were able to raise significant funds for my Mayoral Charities, Macmillan Cancer Support, AGE UK Barnet and the Royal Free Charity in aid of cardiac equipment at Barnet Hospital, which will go a long way in supporting our community and those in need. Your performance not only entertained but also inspired everyone in attendance, leaving a lasting impact on all who were fortunate enough to witness it. Your willingness to lend your time and talent to this cause is deeply appreciated. It is through the generosity and support of individuals like you that we can continue to make a positive difference in our community. Once again, thank you for your outstanding performance and for being a vital part of this event. I look forward to the possibility of working together again in the future. Warm regards, T.Vourou The Worshipful the Mayor, Councillor Tony Vourou

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Ana M
1 year ago, for a Charity event in Hendon Ln
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5 out of 5

Thank you sincerely for taking part in the fundraising event on the 28th of October 2023 here at St Mary's Church. The Mayor of Barnet, councillor Nagus Narenthira, enjoyed your performance very much and is looking forward to seeing your act in the near future.

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Hidè Takemoto's Song list

[Instrumental]
Pop/Jazz
• Perfect - Ed Sheeran
• Shivers - Ed Sheeran
• Michael Jackson Medley - Michael Jackson
• Pop/Rock Medley
• Isn't She Lovely - Stevie Wonder
• Moon River - Henry Mancini
• Man in the Mirror - Michael Jackson
• Mombasa - Tommy Emmanuel
• Little Wing - Jimi Hendrix
+ any song upon request
Classical
• Canon in D - J. Pachelbel
• Cavatina from Deer Hunter - S. Myers
• Spanish Romance - Trad.
• Recuerdos de la Alhambra - F. Tárrega
• Prelude in E 'Lágrima' - F. Tárrega
• Mazurka in G - F. Tárrega
• Una Limosnita por el Amor de Dios - A. Barrios
• Largo from Violin Sonata III BWV1005 - J.S. Bach
+ any piece upon request
Trad/Spanish/Japanese
• Entre Dos Aguas - Paco de Lucía
• Y Deryn Pur - Welsh Folk Song
• Traditional Japanese Songs - Trad.
• Legend of Hagoromo - K. Fujii
+ any song upon request
Christmas Carols/Songs, Tunes for Weddings, Funerals
• Any piece/song upon request
Musicianship
Genres:
Acoustic, Classical, Film / TV music, Easy listening, Light music, Spanish music, World music
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Event types:
Concert, Wedding, Wedding proposal, Funeral / Memorial service, Hotel / Restaurant event, Private event, Recording session, Birthday party, Christmas party, New Year's Eve
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Other skills:
Composer, Arranger, Songwriter, Fluent improviser, Live looping, Instrumental teaching
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