Biography
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Years Active
1976 – present (48 years)
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Founded In
Tokyo, Japan
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Members
- 佐々木隆 (1977 – 1979)
- 向谷実 (1977 – 2006)
- 大高清美 (2012 – present)
- 小池秀彦 (1976 – 1976)
- 日山正明 (1990 – 1992)
Casiopea, also known as Casiopea 3rd (カシオペア Kashiopea, derived from the name of the constellation Cassiopeia), is a Japanese jazz fusion band formed in 1976 by guitarist Issei Noro, bassist Tetsuo Sakurai, and keyboardist Hidehiko Koike. In 1977, keyboardist Minoru Mukaiya and drummer Takashi Sasaki joined, leaving out Hidehiko. They recorded their debut album Casiopea (1979) with guest appearances by American jazz musicians Randy Brecker, Michael Brecker, and David Sanborn. In 1980, Sasaki was replaced by Akira Jimbo. Casiopea has released over 30 albums in Japan and around the world.
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