I am a Brazilian jazz pianist, composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist, and musical director who loves exploring complex harmonies and a wide palette of rhythms. Over the years I've released four original instrumental albums—Refúgio (2000), Duas Madrugadas (2005), Eyin Okan (2011), Noite e Dias (2022)—as well as two albums of arrangements. I've performed around Europe, Brazil, and beyond, taught masterclasses in Italy, and currently teach at Conservatório Souza Lima/Berklee.

Christianne Neves

I am a Brazilian jazz pianist, composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist, and musical director who loves exploring complex harmonies and a wide palette of rhythms. Over the years I've released four original instrumental albums—Refúgio (2000), Duas Madrugadas (2005), Eyin Okan (2011), Noite e Dias (2022)—as well as two albums of arrangements. I've performed around Europe, Brazil, and beyond, taught masterclasses in Italy, and currently teach at Conservatório Souza Lima/Berklee.

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I am a Brazilian jazz pianist, composer, arranger, multi-instrumentalist, and musical director who loves exploring complex harmonies and a wide palette of rhythms.

Over the years I’ve released four original instrumental albums—Refúgio (2000), Duas Madrugadas (2005), Eyin Okan (2011), Noite e Dias (2022)—as well as two albums of arrangements. I’ve performed around Europe, Brazil, and beyond, taught masterclasses in Italy, and currently teach at Conservatório Souza Lima/Berklee.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Italian
Advanced

Work Experience

Pianist at Heartbreakers Orchestra
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2009
Pianist with a focus on salsa and Brazilian rhythms; toured Europe and performed in various international venues.
Pianist at Havana Brasil
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2009
Pianist with a Brazilian salsa band, contributing to live performances.
Musical Director at Fernanda Porto — Ao Vivo (concert and DVD)
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2006
Directed the Fernanda Porto: Ao Vivo concert and DVD with 30 musicians on stage.
Pianist / Duo Project at Fernanda Porto (Duo format)
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2013
Duo format tour in Europe with Fernanda Porto (2008-2013).
Pianist at Open Music Jazz Club, Comines (Belgium)
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Performed original compositions at Open Music Jazz Club in Comines (2023).
Guest International Artist - Piano at Ronnie Scott's Jazz Club
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Guest international artist at Ronnie Scott's in London.
Performer at Nomos Jazz Festival
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014
Performer at Nomos Jazz festival, Castellamare del Golfo, Sicily (2014).
Pianist at Pianocity Milano
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Only Brazilian pianist invited to Pianocity Milano (2019).
Pianist at Pianocity Napoli
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Pianist at Pianocity Napoli (2019, 2022).
Pianist at Pianocity Napoli
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Pianist at Pianocity Napoli (2022).
Recording Session at Alfa Music
July 1, 2023 - July 1, 2023
Recorded the seventh album Abertura das Águas featuring Brazilian original music and arrangements.
Musician / Touring Project at Christianne Neves In Concert (Chris Neves Trio)
March 1, 2023 - Present
Touring project featuring original compositions and inventive arrangements.

Education

Master's in Film Music at Unicamp
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025
Film Music Certificate at Berklee
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025
Master’s in Brazilian Percussion at Faculdade Santa Marcelina
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025

Qualifications

Master's in Film Music
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025
Film Music Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025
Master's in Brazilian Percussion
January 11, 2030 - December 2, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services