Marialy Pacheco in Bielefeld

Marialy Pacheco is a Cuban pianist and composer, born in Havana in 1983, whose music is rooted in Afro-Cuban and Latin jazz. Her recordings include the albums Introducing, Danzón Cubano and Duets, combining original compositions with Cuban rhythmic traditions and jazz improvisation. In 2012, she won the Solo Piano Competition at the Montreux Jazz Festival. She has since performed solo recitals and trio concerts, including appearances at Ronnie Scott’s in London.