Tino Derado

Prof. Tino Derado holds a half-time W2 professorship for jazz piano at the Hanover University of Music, Drama and Media (HMTMH). Born in Munich, he studied at Berklee College of Music in Boston and New York's New School for Music. With 13 years in the U.S., he became a prominent figure in the jazz and Latin scenes, collaborating with renowned artists like Gary Burton, Randy Brecker, and Dave Liebman. Since returning to Germany, he performed with bands including Till Brönner, Rebekka Bakken, and the NDR Big Band. He taught at Berlin's HdK and UdK before joining HMTMH in 2014. His role combines academic leadership and artistic contributions to jazz education.

Education:

• Berklee College of Music, Boston
• New School for Music, New York

Research interests focus on jazz performance techniques, cross-cultural musical fusion, and pedagogy in contemporary jazz education. His career bridges classical jazz traditions with modern improvisational practices.

Awards: No specific awards listed for Prof. Derado in the provided texts.

Advising and grants: No specific advisees or grant details provided. His role emphasizes ensemble collaborations and institutional leadership within the Institute for Jazz|Rock|Pop.

Labs/Teams: Associated with HMTMH's jazz ensembles and performance groups, contributing to live entrance exams and masterclasses.