About
Ramiro Pinheiro is a Brazilian guitarist, singer, and composer from São Paulo, currently based in Barcelona. His music forms a rich tapestry of Brazilian traditions, where genres such as choro, samba, and jazz intersect with contemporary influences. Deeply connected to the roots of Brazilian music, Ramiro offers a fresh and modern interpretation of these styles, creating a sound that is both authentic and innovative.
He has performed extensively across Spain and Europe, both as a solo artist and with projects such as Gafieira Miúda and Alma Brasileira. His work has been presented at renowned venues and festivals including Jamboree Jazz Club, Café Berlin, Esperanzah Festival, Festival Jardins de Pedralbes, Tortosa Jazz Festival, Sala Montjuïc, CaixaForum, and Nova Jazz Cava.
Donateando: The Music of João Donato
Ramiro Pinheiro & Rodrigo Balduino
(Fresh Sound Records, 2025)
Reviews
“Ramiro Pinheiro’s Sentido is highly recommended to any listener having a love for Brazilian jazz. The rich melodies, variety, and top-notch musicianship along with the consistent creativity make this a memorable release.”
“The enjoyable, Sentido is a well-balanced amalgam of inventiveness and accessibility. Pinheiro pays homage to his roots through reinventing the traditional motifs without wandering far. Thus he has successfully created a work that is simultaneously conventional and refreshingly contemporary.”
“Sentido, de Ramiro Pinheiro, es un disco que convoca una geografía musical diversa y enriquecida con elementos del jazz de raíz brasileña. La sensibilidad y el cuidado de las composiciones, de los músicos y las cantantes, hacen que un lenguaje musical propio se manifieste y convoque emociones profundas, de calado hondo, sentidas… (…)”
