Rio de Janeiro. Stefano Bollani, class of 1972 with 45 albums under his belt, is considered one of the most influential and appreciated pianists internationally, of the 21st century. He will be a guest at the Italian Institute of Culture of Rio de Janeiro for an educational concert on December 4th. The Italian artist is in Brazil for the production of his new album “Que Bom” and will interact with the audience and duet with all the music students and musicians present. His curriculum boasts of collaborations such as Gato Barbieri, Chick Corea, Bill Frisell, Sol Gabetta, Richard Galliano, Egberto Gismonti, Lee Konitz, Bobby McFerrin, Pat Metheny, Caetano Veloso, Phil Woods, Hector Zazou and a long friendship with the trumpet player Enrico Rava with whom he recorded 15 albums. (9colonne)
