One fan describes the music from Hiromi Uehara as “smile music.” With titles like “Balloon Pop” and “Yes! Ramen!!” Hiromi and her band Sonicwonder are a joy to watch. Hiromi, herself, had the joy of working with some of the most revered jazz pianists in the world, including Ahmad Jamal and Chick Corea. Host Marco Werman speaks with Hiromi about her music and her love for ramen.
This story originally aired on April 28, 2025.
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