My series of site-specific pieces are works inspired by and performed in unique locations. They derive their sound figuratively, intellectually, and literally from their respective locations through research, sounds sampled on site, time spent on site, as well as more continuously evolving ways. The live performance of this specifically composed piece is captured on site on video and mixed with impressionistic views of the space in an effort to capture the specificity and elevate the beauty of place, reconnecting the viewer with their forgotten or ignored collective surroundings that are easily taken for granted.

My YouTube channel is the easy access home of these works. My debut piece Reading Room (interrupted) is uploaded there now. A few more will be uploaded in the coming weeks.

That piece as well as my second piece, Embrace the Meandering Path form a diptych on Seattle public spaces called Impressions of the Fading Public Realm and were included in CoCA’s recent exhibition titled Byproduct & Prototype which ran from March 6th through April 19th 2025.

I’ve been greatly inspired by my friend and amazing artist Tsubasa Kato ever since we first met. I’ve had the great pleasure of collaborating with him on sound for a few of his works and it sparked and interested in exploring other forms of multi-media art. He introduced to Robert Smithson, a pioneer and major figure in site-specific art. He journeyed from Tokyo to see Smithson’s Spiral Jetty. I was struck by his drive to travel far into the deserts of Utah, all to see some intentionally placed rocks. Yet hearing him share his experience not only opened my mind and increased my appreciation of Smithson’s work, but also inspired years of reflection on the interaction of art and place, and in my case, music. This series is the manifestation of that reflection.