KALW Radio: Yasuaki Shimizu Interview (Now Available in Archive)

On June 16, an interview with Yasuaki Shimizu conducted by Charlotte K aired on San Francisco’s public radio station KALW.
The interview was recorded locally in advance of Shimizu’s March 31 performance in San Francisco.

The program is now available as both a written article and a condensed audio version (approx. 12 minutes).
In the interview, Shimizu speaks in depth about his work as a composer and saxophonist, as well as his unique approach to the music of Bach.


You can access the archived content through the links below:


Full Interview (SoundCloud)
https://soundcloud.com/duchess-of-brklyn-english/yasuaki-shimizu-charltottekinterview


Article & Condensed Version (Approx. 12 Minutes)
https://www.kalw.org/2025-06-17/yasuaki-shimizus-first-us-sold-out-tour-confirms-his-legacy-in-music-history