Next show: New York City, Thu 5 Nov
Pianist and composer Álvaro Torres is an emerging voice in New York City's creative jazz scene. His life has been shaped by an international trajectory, leading him to live in a variety of places such as Kathmandu, Barcelona, Copenhagen, and Berlin, experiences that have profoundly influenced his music. Since his debut album in 2019, "Specious Present", Álvaro has released three more albums as a leader for record labels like Sunnyside Records and Fresh Sound New Talent, featuring notable collaborations with musicians such as Barry Altschul, Tony Malaby, John Hébert, and Kresten Osgood. His music blends post-bop and improvisation, drawing from elements of Spanish folklore and his strong classical music background. Influences include Ornette Coleman, Paul Bley, Brahms, and Isaac Albéniz. In 2020, he was awarded a full scholarship to study at the Manhattan School of Music, where he completed a Master in Jazz Studies under Aaron Parks. Presently, Álvaro teaches at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, balancing his teaching commitments with performances in the United States and Europe.
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Álvaro Torres plays contemporary creative jazz and free jazz, blending post-bop improvisation with classical and Spanish folklore influences. Follow Álvaro Torres on Mood.
Álvaro Torres is based in New York City, balancing teaching commitments at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music with performances across the United States and Europe.
Notable releases by Álvaro Torres include his debut album 'Specious Present' and the album 'Mairena', issued on independent jazz labels such as Sunnyside Records and Fresh Sound New Talent.
