• Sugiyama is an instructor in the High School of Tokyo University of Fine Arts & Music, she graduated from Tokyo University of Fine Arts & Music,studied in the National University of Music & Performing Arts in Vienna.In 1987, she won first prize in VACLAN HUML International Violin Competition. She plays as a soloist or with orchestral accompaniment and work with famous musicians.Her exquisite sense and superb musical expression have received the highest evaluations.

Flute & Violin Recital by Ayako Maeda & Kumi Sugiyama 2000, Violin Master Class and Recital 2001