H"Akiko Sasaki is a gifted pianist with a remarkable range of musicial expressions."  
-Joan Braun, Director of Concerts and Public Relations. Boulder, Colorado

"[Sasaki] has a refined touch, as well as a good knowledge of the instrument's capabilities." -Sergio Gallo, professor of piano, University of North Dakota.

"...impressively focused ! One of the best performances of Beethoven's over-worked piece I have yet heard at the Manhattan School of Music."  - Dr. Donn-Alexandre Feder, professor of piano at the Manhattan School of Music

“impressively sensitive and interactive,”
-Howard Mandel, City Arts New York

news:

*New videos are up!

* Lyra Summer Music Workshop 2011 was a success!  Photos and video's can be viewed on the forte>piano studio page. Please visit Lyra Summer Music for more information on the program.

* Akiko is also an accomplished koto player.  She will be performing with various groups and styles of music this year. Please view the koto page and performance page for more information.

*Concert in Motion Outreach.  Akiko's students will be participating in many outreach concerts throughout the school year.  Please view the calendar for the dates and times.  Students who wish to sign up should contact Akiko.