closeup photo of string instrument
black grand piano on brown wooden floor

Makia Matsumura

Makia Matsumura

Composer, Pianist, Silent Film Accompanist

About Makia

From silent film accompaniment to concert performances on stages worldwide, Makia Matsumura’s artistry has evolved into a unique amalgam of composition, improvisation, and dramatic storytelling.

Photography by Yoko Haraoka

Upcoming Schedule

See what Makia’s up to next — where you can experience her performances and compositions.

Upcoming Schedule

See what Makia’s up to next — where you can experience her performances and compositions.

  • August 5, 2025

    Silent Film Accompaniment

    Memory Lane (1925)

    at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) 

  • August 3, 2025

    Silent Film Accompaniment

    Street Angel (1928)

    at The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) 

  • June 20, 2025

    Silent Film Accompaniment

    Body and Soul (1925)

    at Walter Reade Theater at Lincoln Center

In Her Own Words

Reflections, insights, and inspirations — occasional musings on music, film, and the creative process.

  • A Classic Revived: “The Dragon Painter” Blu-ray Release
  • More MoMA dates!
  • NYC Reopening – in-person silent film screenings at MoMA

Through the Masterful Lens

A photo session with the wonderful Yoko Haraoka sparked a creative exchange between photographer and subject.

Photography by Yoko Haraoka

Connect with Makia

Connect with Makia

For performance inquiries, collaborations, or questions, reach out to Makia here.