Junko Onishi — artist
Junko Onishi has 2 upcoming shows, next at Barbican Hall on Sat, Nov 21. Dates, venues and tickets on Ckord.
Junko Onishi is a Japanese jazz pianist and composer known for her work in contemporary jazz and fusion contexts. Her playing style blends bebop and hard bop foundations with modal and free jazz approaches, drawing influence from pianists like Thelonious Monk and Bill Evans. Onishi has recorded multiple albums as a leader and has collaborated with various international jazz musicians, establishing herself within the New York jazz scene. Her sound is characterized by harmonic sophistication, rhythmic flexibility, and an ability to navigate both structured compositions and exploratory improvisation.
Junko Onishi upcoming shows
- Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat — Barbican Hall — Nov 21, 2026
- Haruki Murakami’s Jazz at Peter Cat — Barbican Hall — Nov 22, 2026