Riccardo Fioravanti

Riccardo Fioravanti is an accomplished Italian jazz bassist and composer known for his deep-rooted love of acoustic jazz traditions. Based in Rome, he’s built a reputation for his warm, lyrical double bass work and collaborations with European jazz artists. Releases like *Duke’s Flowers* and *Standard Attitude* showcase his knack for reimagining jazz standards with fresh phrasing, while *Basso e contrabbasso* highlights his technical mastery across both electric and acoustic bass. Fioravanti often balances reverence for classic post-bop with modern improvisational flair, as heard in the exploratory textures of *4th Dimension*. Whether leading his own groups or supporting others, his playing radiates a conversational, ensemble-focused energy that’s made him a staple of Italy’s vibrant jazz scene.