

The Rockstar of the Flute
Informador de Guadalajarra
Expressive and compelling
Santa Barbara Independent
DAzzling soloist
san francisco classical voice
Electrifying
Mendocino voice
PERFORMANCES & PROGRAMS
A high-impact concerto soloist bringing fire, vulnerability, and a fearless musical voice.
A sought-after recitalist recognized for immersive performances and as the exclusive flute duo partner of Grammy-winning pianist Michelle Cann
A chamber artist shaping meaningful collaborations across classical, contemporary, and global spaces
A commanding lead artist bringing new life to the iconic repertoire of Linda Ronstadt
Presenter Testimonials
“Profound Musical Storyteller”
Ráyo Furuta is a profound musical story teller. His technical excellence and artistic depth allowed him to embody Yuko Uebayashi's intent, and his authenticity and openness welcome audiences from all walks of life and experiences. Collaborating with Ráyo is joyful and revelatory. His presence and creativity on stage is a major draw for listeners.
Lara Webber
Music Director
Palo Alto Philharmonic
“Vastly imaginative & virtuosic performer”
Ráyo Furuta is the consummate musician: a vastly imaginative and virtuosic performer, a curator across a multitude of cultures and aesthetics, and an eminently gifted teacher. He is the kind of musician I love to see interpret my own works, revealing more of their inner possibilities, and stirs my composerly imagination for works that have yet to be born. I look forward to every project he dreams up.
Gabriela Lena Frank
Composer
“An Extraordinary Experience”
It was an extraordinary experience to share the stage with Ráyo Furuta during the performance of Reinecke’s Flute concerto. His technique, expression, and musical fluency resonated deeply with the audience, taking them on an emotional journey through his interpretation. Working with Ray was a rare privilege, as his ability to deliver a rich tapestry of colors and overtones is unmatched.
Juan Palacios
Music Director
Mission Chamber Orchestra
“Brilliant & Gorgeous”
Ráyo Furuta's performance was so brilliant and gorgeous. It was as if my Flute Concerto had been reborn with new life.
Yuko Uebayashi
Composer
“Stunning musicianship & sparkling presence”
Ráyo Furuta is a delight who charms audiences with both stunning musicianship and a sparkling presence. Though our audiences typically wait until the end of a piece to applaud, they could not contain themselves and leapt to their feet cheering after the first movement. The performance was described as positively healing, magical, and deeply uniting. Weeks later, our entire community is still talking about the experience.
Joanie Packard
Executive Director
Symphony of the Redwoods





