From Japan, with Music
The Aerophone, learned from zero.
The Aerophone, learned from zero.
An honest diary from Japan.
In 2022, I picked up the Roland Aerophone AE-20 with no wind instrument experience at all. This blog is my practice diary — beginner-friendly guides, honest struggles, and small wins — written from Japan, the home country of the Aerophone.
From Japan
Stories from the Aerophone's Home Country
Original articles written in English — what the Aerophone scene looks like here in Japan.
From Japan
Why Japan Is the Aerophone's Home Turf
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Start Here
New to the Aerophone?
Curious about this instrument? These guides will give you the full picture — no experience required.
Getting Started
What Is the Roland Aerophone AE-20? A Complete Beginner's Guide
Getting Started
Can You Play the Aerophone with Zero Wind Instrument Experience? 3 Reasons It's Beginner-Friendly
Getting Started
EWI, Yamaha YDS, or Aerophone? Choosing Your First Digital Wind Instrument
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How to Use
Settings, Quirks, and Fixes
Practical notes on getting along with the AE-20 — settings, surprises, and how to fix them.
AE-20 Guide
My Aerophone AE-20 Settings After 4 Years: Volume, Breath, and Bite
AE-20 Guide
Aerophone Pitch Drops and Random Vibrato? It's the S1/S2 Buttons
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About
About Me
Hi, I'm Shuko
A music blogger in Japan, sharing everything I learn about the Aerophone — for beginners, wherever in the world you are.
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しゅうこ音楽ぶろぐ — 90+ articles in Japanese
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The Japanese edition has the full collection — practice methods, gear reviews, AE-20 settings, and more.
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