Fabio Torres

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Years Active

1990–present

Genres

MPB, jazz, brazilian jazz, instrumental

Instruments

piano

Biography

Fabio Torres is a highly acclaimed Brazilian pianist, composer, and arranger, born on January 23, 1971, in São Paulo. His musical journey began at the tender age of five, initially focusing on classical piano studies. He later pursued composition at the prestigious Escola de Comunicações e Artes da USP (ECA/USP), where his classical training merged with a deep passion for Brazilian popular music.

Torres's career gained significant momentum in the early 1990s. By 1993, he won the III Prêmio Nascente in the Popular Music category. He was also a finalist in the I Prêmio Visa de MPB Instrumental in 1998. His early work included forming the Banda Mistura e Manda and arranging and composing for their debut album. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with a wide array of prominent Brazilian artists, including Dominguinhos, Arismar do Espírito Santo, Heraldo do Monte, Osvaldinho do Acordeon, Ana de Holanda, Virginia Rosa, Vânia Bastos, Célia, Nação Zumbi, Chico Pinheiro, and Rosa Passos, among many others. His contributions have been recognized with prestigious awards, including a Grammy Award and a Latin Grammy in 2014 with the Trio Corrente for "Best Latin Jazz Album" for "Song for Maura."

Beyond his extensive collaborations, Fabio Torres has released several acclaimed albums as a leader, including "Sarau" (2022), a solo piano dedication. He is also a founding member of the celebrated Brazilian jazz group Trio Corrente, alongside Paulo Paulelli and Edu Ribeiro. With Trio Corrente, he has released seven albums and toured extensively across the Americas, Europe, Africa, and Asia, solidifying their reputation as one of Brazil's premier jazz ensembles. His work is characterized by a unique blend of classical technique, jazz improvisation, and a profound connection to the rich traditions of Brazilian music.

Discography

• Hamilton de Holanda, Nelson Veraz, Rodrigo Y Castro, Fábio Torres – Prêmio Visa de MPB Instrumental (1998)
• Corrente (2007)
• Pra Esquecer das Coisas Úteis (2008)
• Celso de Almeida, Fábio Torres & Paulo Paulelli (2008)
• De Cara pro Sol (2017)
• Além do Jardim (2020)
• Sarau (2022)
• Céu Infinito Sertão (2024)
• Derivas (2025)