Shigeru IKUSHIMA
JLV AMBASSADOR
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The JLV ligature is magical: from the first note, you feel the difference. The reed vibrates more, delivering a sound rich in harmonics and a very enjoyable playing experience.
By changing the base position, the sound evolves and reveals numerous possibilities.
THE BIOGRAPHY OF SHIGERU IKUSHIMA
Virtuoso clarinetist trained in France, he made history by becoming the first Japanese musician to join a French wind orchestra.
As a soloist and chamber musician, he has nearly 80 recordings and collaborations with leading international artists.
Today, he shares his knowledge in Japan while pursuing an active career on stages and festivals worldwide.
Shigeru Ikushima – Clarinetist
He began violin at the age of 6, then switched to the clarinet at 12.
During his studies at the Kunitachi College of Music, he passed the French government scholarship exam and moved to France for advanced training. He studied clarinet under Jacques Lancelot at the Conservatoire National de Rouen, where he obtained the First Prize in clarinet and chamber music, and further perfected his skills with Walter Boeykens.
Winner of the First Prize at the National Soloist Competition of the French Ministry of Culture (among 100 candidates), he became solo clarinet of the Franz Liszt Chamber Orchestra for the Mediterranean Musical Cruises, performing with legendary artists such as Mstislav Rostropovich, Jean-Pierre Rampal, and Maurice André. He then joined the Orchestre National du Capitole de Toulouse as solo clarinet, becoming the first Japanese musician to integrate a French wind orchestra.
During his 26 years in France, he participated in numerous international festivals, recorded nearly 80 albums (EMI, CBS Sony, Deutsche Grammophon), and performed with prestigious chamber music ensembles (wind quintet and octet).
As a soloist, he has performed with the New Japan Philharmonic, the Tokyo Symphony Orchestra, and the Orchestre du Capitole de Toulouse.
Upon returning to Japan, he now teaches at the Kunitachi College of Music, gives concerts, appears on NHK TV and Radio, records, and serves as a jury member in international competitions.
He is regularly invited to the International Clarinet Festivals in Paris and Tokyo, and has released 5 CDs under the Fontec label.
Artistic Partnerships:
Buffet Crampon (Japan) – Artist Instructor (Légende & Tosca)
JLV Ligature (France) – Ambassador (Platinum & Pure Gold)
Steuer Reeds (France) – Exclusive Ambassador
HIS CLARINET EQUIPMENT
The JLV Ligature is Magical !
From the first note, you feel the difference.
The reed vibrates more and produces a sound rich in harmonics.
It’s very enjoyable to play.When you change the base position, the sound changes, offering many possibilities.
- New
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The JLV Phonic Ring is magical and incredible.
The emission is easier and more resonant, and the sound is better.
It’s mysterious, BUT it’s true.The difference is huge !
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