Kumi Tanioka

Japanese keyboard player and composer

Kumi Tanioka - Japanese keyboard player and composer
Born

August 29th, 1974
50 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Japan

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A keyboard player and composer from Japan, Tanioka gained recognition for contributions to the soundtracks of several video games. Notably, worked as a composer for the "Final Fantasy" series, specifically "Final Fantasy XI". Involved in various music projects, ranging from solo performances to collaborations with other artists and musicians within the gaming industry.

Composed music for 'Final Fantasy XI'

Contributed to the soundtrack of 'Final Fantasy XIV'

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