I am a Vancouver-based musician, guitarist, music producer, and audio engineer. My work combines live musicianship, guitar-based composition, music production, audio editing, mixing, and content creation. I create original music, record guitar and bass parts, build arrangements, edit and clean audio, and prepare polished audio for music, video, and digital projects. My background includes solo guitar performance, session-style recording, live sound support, music education, and technical audio work using tools such as Logic Pro, Ableton Live, LMMS, iZotope RX11, CapCut, and other production tools. I am especially interested in projects that connect organic instruments with modern sound design, including game music, cinematic music, trailer concepts, audio cleanup, dialogue clarity, and creative production workflows. I bring strong communication, careful listening, and a practical workflow from idea to final export.…

Yewchi Takata

I am a Vancouver-based musician, guitarist, music producer, and audio engineer. My work combines live musicianship, guitar-based composition, music production, audio editing, mixing, and content creation. I create original music, record guitar and bass parts, build arrangements, edit and clean audio, and prepare polished audio for music, video, and digital projects. My background includes solo guitar performance, session-style recording, live sound support, music education, and technical audio work using tools such as Logic Pro, Ableton Live, LMMS, iZotope RX11, CapCut, and other production tools. I am especially interested in projects that connect organic instruments with modern sound design, including game music, cinematic music, trailer concepts, audio cleanup, dialogue clarity, and creative production workflows. I bring strong communication, careful listening, and a practical workflow from idea to final export.…

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I am a Vancouver-based musician, guitarist, music producer, and audio engineer.

My work combines live musicianship, guitar-based composition, music production, audio editing, mixing, and content creation. I create original music, record guitar and bass parts, build arrangements, edit and clean audio, and prepare polished audio for music, video, and digital projects.

My background includes solo guitar performance, session-style recording, live sound support, music education, and technical audio work using tools such as Logic Pro, Ableton Live, LMMS, iZotope RX11, CapCut, and other production tools.

I am especially interested in projects that connect organic instruments with modern sound design, including game music, cinematic music, trailer concepts, audio cleanup, dialogue clarity, and creative production workflows.

I bring strong communication, careful listening, and a practical workflow from idea to final export.

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Language

English
Fluent
Japanese
Fluent

Work Experience

Audio Engineer at Yew Got Sound
January 1, 2023 - Present
Operate a professional audio service hub specializing in full-scale post-production and high-fidelity capture. Restore degraded audio by removing noise/artifacts while preserving original character for dialogue intelligibility. Deliver polished, balanced mixing and mastering for commercial release and visual media, ensuring consistent levels across playback systems. Serve as a technical partner for artists, managing file compatibility and workflow efficiency.
Session Musician/ Producer at Vancouver Local
January 1, 2023 - Present
Live performance as resident guitarist for Juno Award-winner Gabriel Mark Hasselbach. Production: produced, mixed, and mastered a 4-track Maxi Single (2025), managing international remote sessions (South Africa) and digital distribution. Bring a deep musical understanding to the mixing process, ensuring technical decisions support the artistic vision.
Guitar Teacher at Rufus Guitar Lessons
January 1, 2023 - Present
Develop personalized curriculum using cloud-based platforms. Communication: proven ability to break down complex technical concepts for diverse clients.
Session Musician/ Producer at Vancouver Local, Online
January 1, 2023 - Present
Live performance: Resident guitarist for Juno Award-winner Gabriel Mark Hasselbach. Production: produced, mixed, and mastered a 4-track Maxi Single (2025), managing international remote sessions (South Africa) and digital distribution. Bring a deep musical understanding to the mixing process, ensuring technical decisions support the artistic vision.
Guitar Instructor at Rufus Guitar Shop and Private Lessons
July 1, 2023 - Present
Teach guitar and music fundamentals to students of different ages and skill levels; communicate clearly and adapt instruction to individual needs; maintain lesson organization and scheduling.
Session Musician at Various groups, Vancouver area
January 1, 2023 - Present
Perform in live music settings with various groups and styles; work collaboratively with other performers and organizers; maintain professionalism, punctuality, and preparation for performances.
Artist Development Support in Studio Productions at Studio Productions
November 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Supported early-stage artist development and project setup; assisted with promotion planning and performance opportunities; participated in live performances and recording activities.
Contractor & On-site Support at R CH Construction
August 1, 2024 - February 1, 2025
Performed general construction and contractor support duties; assisted with physical tasks on site and followed directions safely.
Landscaping & Outdoor Property Maintenance at CG Property Service (Landscaping)
March 1, 2025 - October 1, 2025
Performed landscaping and outdoor property maintenance; supported general cleanup and upkeep of residential properties.
Bricklaying & Stone Cutting Helper at Black Diamond Masonry
March 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024
Assisted with bricklaying and stone cutting; performed physically demanding work with attention to safety.
Packaging & Production Associate at 3 Acres Brewing
November 1, 2021 - November 1, 2023
Operated and maintained packaging machinery; monitored production flow and supported troubleshooting; worked efficiently in a team-based production environment.
Sushi Chef at Ichiro Japanese Restaurant
May 31, 2019 - February 29, 2020
Worked as a sushi chef in a fast-paced restaurant environment; assisted with kitchen duties and food preparation; supported web marketing and promotional video editing.
Music Composer at Self-employed / Yew Plays Music
December 31, 2022 - Present
Compose and produce original music for digital content, performance projects, short-form video, and game/trailer-inspired concepts. My work combines guitar-based composition, cinematic harmony, organic textures, melodic writing, and modern production. I create music that blends acoustic/electric instruments with atmospheric sound design, including slide guitar textures, harmony arrangement, roots/jazz influences, and electronic production elements.

Education

Music Production Program at ESPMI Japan
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
Music Production Program at ESP MI Japan
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Certificate in Guitar & Music Production at ESP Musical Academy (MI Japan)
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007
High School at Ako High School
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005

Qualifications

Music Production Program
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2007
Certificate in Guitar & Music Production
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2007

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Real Estate & Construction, Manufacturing, Retail, Other
    paper Recording and Composition

    A short collection of composition, recording, and arrangement samples.

    Sample 1 – Synth-like slide guitar | harmony arrangement & Composition
    　
    Slide guitar used to create a synth-like texture, exploring the space between acoustic performance and atmospheric sound design. A musette-inspired cinematic waltz focused on harmony, melody, emotional movement, and organic composition.

    Sample 2 – Recording & Composition / Collaboration

    Short clips from my past recording work showing electric/acoustic/bass and slide guitar.

    Sample 3 – Full Band Arrangement Demo

    A production demo showing how I build additional layers around a musical idea, including guitar, bass, arrangement, and full-band direction.

    These samples show my work as a composer, guitarist, music producer, and audio creator, with a focus on organic instruments, cinematic harmony, arrangement, and modern production textures.