Roberto Fonseca
The Cuban pianist who made his name with Ibrahim Ferrer in the legendary Buena Vista Social Club
Born in 1975 in Havana, Cuba, Roberto has established himself over the last decade and a half as one of the most gifted - and most popular - pianists of his generation. After making his name with Ibrahim Ferrer in the legendary Buena Vista Social Club, he was recently nominated for a prestigious Grammy Award for Best Latin Jazz Album. Roberto has mastered the art of combining jazz with the music of Cuba, with both its modern and traditional African and classical roots. His most recent work sees him accompanied by Trombone Shorty and Eliades Ochoa.
Cerys discovers his proudest achievements at the piano, his ability to create something from nothing, Plus, collaborating with a big star of African music, and unveils a surprising love of heavy rock music.
Image: Roberto Fonseca, Credit: Getty Images
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