José Pino Trio:
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© Antero Trujillo
© Antero Trujillo
© Antero Trujillo
Rooted in the rich musical traditions of Ecuador and Brazil, the José Pino Trio explores original compositions that blend vibrant Latin rhythms with the improvisational spirit of modern jazz.
Led by José Pino on bass guitar, the trio features Javier Leutenegger on piano and Mauro Martins on drums — delivering an intimate yet powerful live experience that brings audiences closer to the soul of Latin jazz.
Now booking performances across Switzerland and Europe.
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Lineup:
José Pino
Composition, arrangement, bass guitar
Zurich-based guitarist, composer and producer José Pino started off as a young singer and bassist in Quito, Ecuador, later mastering wind and percussion instruments and specialising in Brazilian jazz guitar. He pursued higher education in Computer Music, Music Theory and Composition at the Zurich University of the Arts ZHdK. José Pino’s music is deeply rooted in the rich traditions of Afro-Latin music, while it pushes the boundaries of electronic and electroacoustic music. The influence of his diverse experiences, including his time spent living in vibrant cultural hubs like Hong Kong and Shanghai, left an indelible mark on his artistic vision. José has earned international acclaim for his innovative compositions, which have been performed at prestigious venues worldwide.
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Javier Leutenegger
Piano
Javier Leutenegger is a Swiss jazz pianist and composer whose energetic, swinging style and Catalan roots shape his fresh approach to jazz. Combining a strong classical foundation with formal jazz studies at the Zurich University of the Arts ZHdK, he brings groove and melodic clarity to every performance. Javier appears solo, with his own trio, and with ensembles such as the Zurich Jazz Orchestra and the José Pino Trio, delivering vibrant interpretations and original compositions across Switzerland.
Mauro Martins
Drums
Bassist and drummer Mauro Martins hails from Curitiba, a vibrant metropolis in southern Brazil. Now based in Karlsruhe, Germany, he has become a dynamic force across jazz, pop, and world music—moving fluidly between genres as a sought-after session musician, arranger, and composer. His career includes collaborations with internationally acclaimed pop and jazz artists such as Phil Collins, Tania Maria, Richard Galliano, and Chico César. From the Montreux Jazz Festival to New York’s legendary Blue Note and Birdland, he has performed on some of the world’s most prestigious stages. Alongside his performing career, he works as an educator at the University of Music Lausanne HEMU, Switzerland.
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