LOPEZ VARADY
LEANDRO
Pianist, Composer, Arranger, and Educator
Experience the music & teachings of Leandro López Várady—where jazz meets classical roots.
Jazz at the core, with influences that stretch across genres.
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Meet Leandro
Leandro López Várady is a Chicago-based pianist, composer, and arranger with deep roots in both jazz and classical traditions. His playing is alive with improvisation, rhythm, and lyricism—shaped by years on international stages and collaborations with ensembles like the Chicago Jazz Philharmonic.
His original works and arrangements tell stories that resonate with jazz lovers, classical listeners, and anyone who values the power of live music.
From Buenos Aires to Chicago, and Beyond
Discover why audiences across Asia, Europe, and the Americas are moved by his sound.
SHOWS
Leandro has played everywhere from The Jazz Showcase in Chicago, IL to the Havana Jazz Festival. His live performances bring the joy of jazz to the stage—full of energy, soul, and connection.
CATCH LEANDRO LIVE
Upcoming Shows
Learn
From first notes to advanced improvisation—
or in-depth “lecture performances” for universities.
Learn with Leandro
Leandro brings decades of experience as both a performer and educator. He teaches piano students of all levels, and he offers universities and institutions a unique approach to music education that blends live performance with deep insights into composition and arranging.
Masterclasses & Lecture Performances
(Universities & Institutions)
A blend of live playing and teaching, these sessions give audiences a closer look at the art of jazz. Leandro shares how compositions are built, how improvisation unfolds, and how classical training shapes his jazz voice. Ideal for music programs, jazz studies, and cross-genre learning.