Santiago Giacobbe

Argentinian pianist, arranger and conductor. Born: November 22, 1932 Died: February 14, 2024 Santiago Giacobbe was a pivotal figure in the Argentine jazz scene. His illustrious career, marked by his roles as a composer, pianist, and educator, left an indelible imprint on the landscape of Latin American music. Giacobbe embarked on his musical journey with the formation of Santiago Giacobbe y su Quinteto in 1964. One of Giacobbe's notable contributions was his participation in the first album of Almendra in 1969, an iconic band led by Luis Alberto Spinetta. Giacobbe's innovative sound on the organ for the rock classic "Ana no duerme" showcased his versatility and ability to transcend musical boundaries. In the 1970s, Giacobbe was a key member of Quinteplus, a group renowned for pioneering the integration of electric sounds into jazz, establishing itself as a cornerstone of the genre during its era. Quinteplus, alongside Giacobbe, featured Gustavo Bergalli on trumpet, Jorge Sanders on saxophone, Jorge González on bass, and Carlos "Pocho" Lapouble on drums. Their recording "En vivo 1972" captured the dynamic essence of their live performances, cementing their place in jazz history. Throughout his career, he collaborated with esteemed musicians such as Horacio Malvicino, with whom he recorded albums in 1964 and again in 2008, and Roberto "Fats" Fernández, contributing to albums like "Un trompetista en Buenos Aires" (1987), "Cuore" (1990), and "Tango & Standards" (1995).

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