Rui OZAWA

Rui Ozawa – Saxophonist and Chamber Musician
Rui Ozawa is a Japanese saxophonist of renown, recognized for her solo and chamber music performances.

A Path of Academic Excellence
She began her musical training at Senzoku University of Music (Japan), before continuing her studies in France. She first joined the Conservatoire à Rayonnement Régional de Cergy-Pontoise, then the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique et de Danse de Paris, where she obtained a Master with highest honors and a Master in Chamber Music as a member of the Ensemble Rayuela.

Distinctions and International Competitions
Throughout her career, Rui Ozawa has won numerous prestigious awards:

➤ 2nd Prize at the Japan Wind and Percussion Competition

 
➤ Honorable Prize at the Léopold Bellan International Competition

 
➤ 2nd Prize at the Dreux Saxophone Competition

 
➤ 3rd Prize at the Andorra International Saxophone Competition

 
➤ 2nd Prize at the Adolphe Sax International Competition, becoming the highest-ranked female saxophonist in the history of the competition

A Career Dedicated to Chamber Music
In addition to her activities as a soloist, Rui Ozawa is an engaged chamber musician. Since 2016, she has been a member of the Parero Saxophone Quartet, an innovative ensemble that explores different musical genres and collaborates with many artists and composers. Their original approach allows them to interpret a varied repertoire, captivating a wide audience.

An Influential Artist
Through her virtuosic interpretations and her commitment to contemporary music, Rui Ozawa contributes to the evolution of the saxophone and to the expansion of its repertoire.