FRANCISCO RATTI

PERCUSSIONIST

About me

I was born in Brazil, where rhythm and percussion have been part of my life since childhood—a natural way of expressing myself and connecting with others. As that passion grew stronger, I chose to make it my profession, which led me to Argentina to pursue formal studies at the Gilardo Gilardi Conservatory, the National University of Arts, and the Superior Institute of Arts of Colon Theater.Music takes me to perform with orchestras such as the Buenos Aires Philharmonic, the Colón Theater and Argentino Theater resident orchestras, as well as the Argentine National Orchestra “Libertador José de San Martín,” with which I toured Japan in 2024.Beyond the symphonic stage, I expand my work as a session musician, performing in musicals, Latin ensembles, and crossover projects that connect classical and popular traditions. These experiences also open the door to collaborations with artists and brands as diverse as Disney, Adidas, Duki, Bizarrap, Abel Pintos, and Los Palmeras.For me, percussion is communication at its core: a bridge between cultures and people, and every performance is an opportunity to share that connection.