HIMARI: THE DEBUT ALBUM - Recorded live with the Berliner Philharmoniker

HIMARI: THE DEBUT ALBUM - Recorded live with the Berliner Philharmoniker

One of the youngest violinists to perform with the orchestra since Yehudi Menuhin

Decca Classics present the debut album from violinist Himari, available now. Her first full-length recording since signing exclusively to the label in 2025, the album centres on Henryk Wieniawski's Violin Concerto No. 1, recorded live with the Berliner Philharmoniker and Sebastian Weigle at the Philharmonie in Berlin during her debut performances with the orchestra in March 2025.

The recording marks Decca Classics' first new recording project with the Berliner Philharmoniker since Sir Georg Solti 30 years ago. It brings together music that has shaped Himari's musical journey and reflects the repertoire she feels most deeply connected to.

"For my first album, I wanted to choose music I truly love and feel deeply connected to, not just pieces that are famous," says Himari. "I hope this album reflects both my love for the violin and my curiosity about music and expression."

The concerto has played an important role throughout Himari's musical life under the expert and inspirational tutelage of Ida Kavafian at Philadelphia's Curtis Institute. Himari chose the work for a performance with the New Japan Philharmonic in 2023.

At just 13 years old, she made her debut with the orchestra at the Philharmonie in Berlin, the youngest violinist to perform with the orchestra since Sarah Chang in 1994 and Yehudi Menuhin in 1929. That performance, recorded live with conductor Sebastian Weigle, forms the centrepiece of this album.

"That concert remains one of the most memorable moments of my musical life so far," says Himari. "The energy of a live performance is very special, and I felt incredibly honoured to perform with such an extraordinary orchestra. From the very first rehearsal, I was inspired by the richness of their sound and by how naturally they listened and responded."

For Himari, the concerto is more than a career milestone: "I feel deeply connected to this concerto," she says. "As with all the works on this album, it's music that is often very virtuosic and romantic, but which for me is also very personal and expressive."

Alongside Wieniawski's Violin Concerto No. 1, the album includes his Fantasia on Themes from Gounod's Faust, one of the great virtuoso works of the violin repertoire. The programme also includes works by Chopin in transcriptions by Jascha Heifetz and Nathan Milstein, alongside Leopold Godowsky's Alt Wien and Sibelius's Mazurka from Five Pieces for Violin and Piano.

Himari recorded the recital repertoire with pianist Chelsea Wang. Together, the live concerto recording and the recital performances reflect the range of music she wanted to include on her first album.

"This is what I enjoy," says Himari. "To explore the finest details of phrasing and sound, while expressing myself freely."

Dominic Fyfe, A&R Director of Decca Classics, writes: "A debut album is always cause for celebration and none more so than this from Himari. Her debut with the Berlin Philharmonic aged 13 was the kind of historic moment great live recordings are all about: an unrepeatable event captured for posterity. Decca Classics also celebrates its first recording with the Berlin Philharmonic since Sir Georg Solti in 1996, a recording which marked his 50th anniversary as an exclusive artist with the label".

Himari has already appeared with orchestras including the Berliner Philharmoniker, Philadelphia Orchestra, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra and Orchestre de la Suisse Romande.

Before her fourteenth birthday, she had signed with Decca Classics, made her debut with the Berliner Philharmoniker and begun recording for the label.

While her international profile continues to grow, Himari has already built a remarkable following in Japan, where her performances have attracted millions of online views and widespread media attention, while a recent NHK documentary charting her musical development introduced her story to a national television audience.

This recording was made possible by the generous support of Mr Kunio Yamada, ROHTO Pharmaceutical Japan.

DECCA RECORDS US & DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHON RELEASE JOHN WILLIAMS LEGACY CELEBRATING THE ENDURING MUSICAL ARTISTRY OF JOHN WILLIAMS

DECCA RECORDS US & DEUTSCHE GRAMMOPHON RELEASE JOHN WILLIAMS LEGACY CELEBRATING THE ENDURING MUSICAL ARTISTRY OF JOHN WILLIAMS

Decca Records US and Deutsche Grammophon released their collaborative album, John Williams Legacy, on vinyl, CD, and digitally. Celebrating one of the most influential and celebrated composers in film history, John Williams Legacy, brings together landmark recordings from across Williams’ distinguished catalog. The collection features the composer conducting music from his legendary film career with some of the world’s finest orchestras. Order John Williams Legacy here.

Featuring the Berliner Philharmoniker, Wiener Philharmoniker, and the Recording Arts Orchestra of Los Angeles, John Williams Legacy includes selections from some of Williams’ most beloved scores, including Star Wars, Harry Potter, Jurassic Park, Indiana Jones, E.T., and more.

Available physically as a 2LP Deluxe Gold Vinyl Edition and on CD (Digipak), John Williams Legacy features insightful liner notes from acclaimed film music historian Jon Burlingame, who explores the remarkable legacy of Williams and the enduring impact of his music.

TRACKLIST 01. Main Title from “Star Wars: A New Hope” 02. Hedwig’s Theme from “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” 03. Raiders March from “Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark” 04. Flying Theme from “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” 05. Theme from “Jurassic Park” 06. Superman March 07. Theme from “Schindler’s List” 08. Olympic Fanfare and Theme 09. Excerpts from “Close Encounters of the Third Kind” 10. Harry’s Wondrous World from “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone” 11. Yoda’s Theme from “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” 12. The Imperial March from “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” 13. The Flight to Neverland from “Hook” 14. Princess Leia’s Theme from “Star Wars: A New Hope” 15. Throne Room & Finale from “Star Wars: A New Hope”

Few artists have shaped the sound of modern cinema more profoundly than John Williams. Creating some of the most iconic and instantly recognizable themes ever written, Williams’ music helped shape generations of filmgoers while redefining the role of orchestral music in popular culture. From his groundbreaking collaborations with Steven Spielberg and George Lucas to his leadership of the Boston Pops and appearances with many of the world's most prestigious orchestras, his legacy extends far beyond the screen. His music not only helped revive public enthusiasm for symphonic film scores, but also established a lasting bridge between Hollywood and the concert hall. John Williams has secured his reputation as one of the defining musical voices of our time.

Aymée Nuviola profundiza su conexión con el jazz internacional desde Ronnie Scott’s

 

Aymée Nuviola profundiza su conexión con el jazz internacional desde Ronnie Scott’s

La ganadora del GRAMMY® y Latin GRAMMY® presenta un nuevo capítulo de su trayectoria junto al pianista cubano Kemuel Roig

Miami, FL —  2026. — Después de una trayectoria marcada por la defensa de la música cubana y su permanente diálogo con la música latina y el jazz, Aymée Nuviola abre un nuevo capítulo artístico con Aymée Nuviola Feat. Kemuel Roig – Live at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, un álbum en vivo que captura el encuentro de dos generaciones de músicos cubanos en uno de los escenarios más emblemáticos del jazz mundial.

Disponible desde el 28 de agosto de 2026, el proyecto reúne a Aymée Nuviola con el pianista y compositor cubano Kemuel Roig en una actuación que pone en primer plano la espontaneidad, la improvisación y la riqueza rítmica de la música cubana.

Más que registrar un concierto, Live at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club representa la continuidad de una evolución artística que ha llevado a Aymée Nuviola desde las raíces del son, la timba, el filin y el bolero hasta los grandes escenarios internacionales del jazz y la música latina.

De la tradición cubana al escenario global

Aymée Nuviola ha construido una trayectoria alrededor de una premisa constante: la música cubana puede conservar su identidad y, al mismo tiempo, dialogar con diferentes lenguajes musicales.

Ese recorrido le ha permitido desarrollar una carrera que trasciende las fronteras de la salsa y la música tropical. Su trayectoria incluye un GRAMMY®, múltiples Latin GRAMMY®, nominaciones de la Academia de la Grabación y colaboraciones con destacados exponentes de la música cubana y el jazz latino.

Uno de los capítulos más significativos de esta evolución fue su trabajo junto al pianista y compositor Gonzalo Rubalcaba, con quien compartió el proyecto Viento y Tiempo – Live at Blue Note Tokyo, nominado al GRAMMY® en la categoría de Latin Jazz.

La experiencia de presentarse en escenarios internacionales vinculados al jazz encuentra ahora una nueva expresión en Londres.

Ronnie Scott’s: un nuevo escenario para la música cubana

Fundado en 1959, Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club forma parte de la historia internacional del jazz y se ha convertido en un punto de encuentro para generaciones de músicos de distintas tradiciones.

Para Aymée Nuviola, llevar allí la música cubana representa un diálogo entre dos patrimonios musicales: la tradición afrocubana y la cultura del jazz.

“La música cubana tiene una conversación permanente con el jazz. El ritmo, la armonía, la improvisación y la manera de sentir la música nos unen”, expresa Aymée Nuviola al hablar de este nuevo proyecto.

En compañía de Kemuel Roig, esa conversación adquiere una dimensión particular. El piano se convierte en un elemento central para explorar las posibilidades armónicas de canciones conocidas y, al mismo tiempo, permitir que la interpretación conserve el carácter espontáneo propio de una presentación en vivo.

Aymée Nuviola y Kemuel Roig: dos generaciones, una misma raíz

La colaboración entre Nuviola y Roig también representa un encuentro generacional dentro de la música cubana.

Nuviola aporta décadas de experiencia como intérprete, pianista y compositora, mientras Roig representa una generación de músicos cubanos formados en una tradición que incorpora el legado de la música popular cubana, el jazz y la música académica.

El resultado es un repertorio donde conviven son, salsa, bolero, timba y jazz latino, sin necesidad de establecer fronteras rígidas entre los géneros.

Esta libertad constituye uno de los elementos esenciales del proyecto: la música cubana como lenguaje vivo y en constante transformación.

Una carrera que continúa evolucionando

El nuevo álbum se incorpora a una trayectoria que ha llevado a Nuviola a escenarios de Estados Unidos, Europa, Asia y América Latina, además de convertirla en una de las voces cubanas contemporáneas con mayor reconocimiento dentro de la industria musical internacional.

Su carrera también se ha extendido al ámbito audiovisual. Interpretó a Celia Cruz en la serie biográfica Celia, acercando la historia de una de las figuras más importantes de la música latina a nuevas audiencias.

Ahora, con Live at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, la artista vuelve a poner la música cubana en el centro de una conversación internacional.

No se trata solamente de mirar hacia la tradición, sino de demostrar que esa tradición continúa teniendo nuevas posibilidades.

Desde Londres, Aymée Nuviola y Kemuel Roig presentan un proyecto que conecta generaciones, territorios y lenguajes musicales, reafirmando la capacidad de la música cubana para continuar viajando y transformándose en los escenarios del mundo.

Aymée Nuviola Feat. Kemuel Roig – Live at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club está disponible en plataformas digitales.