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Pianists · b. 1965

Danilo Pérez

Panamanian pianist and composer

Born: 29 December 1965
Panama City
Country: Panama
Active: 1989–
Record labels: Novus
Discography: 13 albums

Biography

Danilo Pérez is a jazz musician who plays piano. Danilo Pérez was born on 29 December 1965 in Panama City. The music is usually filed under jazz and Latin jazz. Record labels: Novus. The discography here lists 13 albums, from “Danilo Pérez” (1993) to “Lumen” (2024). Honours include Order of Vasco Núñez de Balboa.

Danilo Pérez (born December 29, 1965) is a Panamanian pianist, composer, educator, and a social activist. His music is a blend of Panamanian roots with elements of Latin American folk music, jazz, European impressionism, African, and other musical heritages that promote music as a multi-dimensional bridge between people. He has released eleven albums as a leader, and appeared on many recordings as a side man, which have earned him critical acclaim, numerous accolades, Grammy Award wins and nominations. He is a recipient of the United States Artists Fellowship, and the 2009 Smithsonian Legacy Award.

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