David Virelles
Afro-Cuban Spectralist
Fusing ancient Afro-Cuban ritual traditions with contemporary avant-garde piano to create a profound, multidimensional musical language.
About
Born in Santiago de Cuba, Virelles is a pianist and composer known for bridging ritualistic Cuban traditions with modern improvisation. After moving to North America, he became a sought-after collaborator for visionaries like Steve Coleman and Henry Threadgill, establishing himself as a unique voice in contemporary jazz and creative music.
Music Style
A complex blend of traditional Cuban rhythms, spectral harmony, and avant-garde abstraction, emphasizing deep acoustic textures and folkloric symbolism.
Background
- Hometown
- Santiago de Cuba, Cuba
- Education
- Humber College
- Instruments
- piano
- Active
- 2000s-present
Similar Artists
If you like Steve Coleman, Craig Taborn — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
David Virelles's next NYC show is Tuesday, October 6 at Village Vanguard.
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Marcus Gilmore’s New Orchestra
Past Events
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
Andrew Cyrille Quartet
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