Centered on the timeless sounds of classic American music, the maestro Van Dyke Parks has forged a distinctive, singular style. A veteran producer, songwriter, and arranger, he is also known as a driving force behind the Beach Boys’ landmark album Smile. It has been announced that he will hold a Japan tour for the first time in 12 years!

From his childhood, when he was active as a child actor, he exhibited exceptional musical talent, and his career began with a meeting with Terry Melcher. He later strengthened his friendship with Brian Wilson, and went on to co-write many of the Beach Boys’ famous songs, including those on the acclaimed Smile. While continuing to create works praised as a brilliant fusion of Hollywood film music and folk, he also produced albums for Randy Newman, Ry Cooder, and Little Feat. In addition, he contributed as a songwriter and arranger on Happy End’s last album recorded in LA, deepening his ties with Japan and greatly influencing Haruomi Hosono and Eiichi Ohtaki. With Hosono, he has built a lasting bond through live collaborations and participation in tribute works that continues to this day. Now, you can savor up close the maestro’s worldview that helped lay the foundations of modern music—an "Once In a Lifetime Experience" for you.