José Valentino 

Latin bass virtuoso shares details on latest album releases, philosophy on learning bass, and future projects

Exclusive video interview with FBPO’s Jon Liebman
December 30, 2024

Dr. José Valentino Ruiz is a 4-time GRAMMY Award Winner, 10-time Global Genius Award Winner, and 55-time DownBeat Music Award Winner who has built an illustrious career as an internationally touring, cross-genre multi-instrumentalist on the flute, saxophone, and both electric and upright bass. He has collaborated with many internationally renowned artists, including Chick Corea, Paquito D’Rivera, Alex Acuña, Brian Bromberg, Victor Wooten, Aaron Neville, Dave Weckl, Abraham Laboriel, and countless others. Dr. José Valentino also holds pivotal roles as Founder & CEO at JV Music Enterprises, Global Director of Entrepreneurial Initiatives at the Global Institute for Music Research, and Founder & Program Coordinator of the University of Florida’s Music Business & Entrepreneurship program.

Watch our interview with José!

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