Fernando Gelbard

Fernando Gelbard was an Argentine jazz pianist, composer, and key figure in the Latin American jazz scene of the 1960s-70s. A pioneer of blending jazz with Latin rhythms and experimental textures, he co-founded the groundbreaking group Dídimo and collaborated with icons like Ruben Rada. His work often pulsed with Buenos Aires’ cultural energy, captured in raw live recordings like *Instituto Di Tella, Buenos Aires – 15/6/67 (Live)*. Recent releases highlight his genre-defying fusion – from the smoky *Rodríguez Peña Blues* to the playful synergy of *Alevacolariea* sessions – while reissues like *Didi (Original Analog Master, Bonus Tracks)* reintroduce his analog-era creativity to modern ears. Gelbard’s legacy thrives in these archival gems, bridging jazz tradition and avant-garde curiosity.

Genres

Experimental

Avant-garde

Jazz

Blues

Contemporary Jazz

Fusion Music

Latin Jazz

Bossa Nova

Piano Jazz

Latest Release

Rodríguez Peña Blues / Les Feuilles Mortes

Fernando Gelbard

Single - Released November 19, 2021