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Ayano Kataoka is a full Professor of Percussion at the University of Massachusetts Amherst’s Department of Music and Dance. She holds a distinguished career as a performer, educator, and advocate for contemporary percussion literature. Her affiliations include the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center (since 2006) and the prestigious Bowers Program residency. She has performed globally with renowned artists like Yo-Yo Ma and institutions such as the Lincoln Center and Tokyo Opera City Recital Hall.
Education:
- Bachelor of Music, Tokyo University of the Arts
- Master of Music, Peabody Conservatory
- Artist Diploma, Yale School of Music
Research & Performance: Specializes in contemporary percussion repertoire, theatrical music, and interdisciplinary collaborations. Notable projects include Cuatro Corridos (Latin Grammy-nominated chamber opera addressing human trafficking) and world premieres of works by composers like George Crumb and Stuart Saunders Smith. Her work often integrates spoken word, movement, and multimedia elements.
Awards:
- 2023-24 Distinguished Faculty Lecture Series (UMass Amherst)
- 2017 Latin Grammy Nomination (Best Contemporary Classical Composition)
Teaching & Mentoring: Supervises graduate percussionists at UMass, including Ignacio Corrales and Robert Grahmann. Leads percussion ensembles and collaborates with dance programs in interdisciplinary projects. Hosts annual UMass Percussion Day and masterclasses globally.
Recent Works: 2025 performances include the UMass Percussion Ensemble’s Bach Festival and collaborations with Sandbox Percussion. Current projects explore Japanese percussion traditions and avant-garde compositions.
