André Dequech

Years Active

1982–2023

Genres

jazz, brazilian instrumental music

Instruments

piano, synthesizer

Biography

André Dequech is a Brazilian pianist and composer with a notable career in instrumental music. His trajectory stands out for his participation in important projects and recordings that enriched the Brazilian music scene, especially starting from the 1980s. His piano skills and compositions have established him as a respected artist in the instrumental music scene.

One of the milestones of his career was his participation in the group Alquimia, formed in 1982, which featured high-quality musicians such as Robertinho Silva on drums, Zeca Assumpção on bass, and Mauro Senise on sax and flute. The group's self-titled album, released in 1983, is considered an avant-garde project that influenced several other instrumental music groups in Brazil. Dequech contributed compositions such as "Ensaio Nº 1", "Ensaio Nº 2", and "Ensaio Nº 3" to this work, in addition to co-writing the title track.

Throughout his career, André Dequech has also collaborated with other renowned Brazilian artists, such as Nivaldo Ornelas and Juarez Moreira, participating in albums like "À Tarde" and "Juarez Moreira - 2007". His work in projects like the "Proac Jazz Meeting" demonstrates his versatility and continuous engagement with Brazilian instrumental music, whether in live performances or in recordings.