Makoto Ozone

The Profile

Makoto Ozone is a Japanese jazz pianist and composer, active since the 1980s. A Berklee alumnus known for collaborations with Gary Burton, he leads acclaimed trios and also performs classical repertoire.

Featured on DeBaser for The Trio (with James Genus and Clarence Penn), noted for blending acoustic and electric trio formats with classical and fusion elements.

One review dives deep into Makoto Ozone’s The Trio with James Genus and Clarence Penn, praising its tight ensemble work and balance of acoustic and electric textures. The critic highlights classical touches, Latin rhythms, and nods to Chick Corea, George Duke, and ECM atmospheres. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, calling the album cohesive, varied, and high quality.