Danilo Pérez
Danilo Pérez | |
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Pérez in 2012 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | December 29, 1965 Panama |
| Genres | Jazz, Latin jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, composer |
| Instrument | Piano |
| Years active | 1989–present |
| Labels | Novus, Impulse!, GRP, Verve, ArtistShare, Concord, EmArcy, Mack Avenue |
| Website | www |
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.