Hernâni Faustino

Hernâni Faustino is a Portuguese double bassist and improviser. After beginning on electric bass in alternative rock during the 1980s, he moved to double bass and became a major presence in Portugal's free-jazz and improvised-music scenes.

His projects include RED Trio and a wide network of collaborations with Portuguese and international improvisers. Recent solo and ensemble releases continue to document his work in Lisbon and beyond.