José Roberto Bertrami was best known as the keyboardist with the group Azymuth, but he also carved out a substantial career as a sideman and solo artist away from the band. Born February 21, 1946, in the Tatui district of São Paulo, Brazil, he was classically trained but gravitated toward the music of jazz pianist Bill Evans. The keyboardist for the combo Tamba 4, Luíz Eça, was a mentor and influence closer to home. Initially, Bertrami worked with Flora Purim and Robertinho Silva before meeting drummer Ivan Conti at a bowling alley, and they recruited bassist Alex Malheiros to form … read more
José Roberto Bertrami was best known as the keyboardist with the group Azymuth, but he also carved out a substantial career as a sideman and solo artist away from the band. Born February 21, 1946, in the Tatui district of São Paulo, Brazil, he was classically trained but gravitated toward the… read more
José Roberto Bertrami was best known as the keyboardist with the group Azymuth, but he also carved out a substantial career as a sideman and solo artist away from the band. Born February 21, 1946, in the Tatui district of São Paulo, Brazil, he was classically trained but gravitated toward the music of jazz pianist Bill Evans. The keyboardist for the combo Tamba 4… read more
