TocaRuidos Ensemble

Sounds That Transcend Borders

TocaRuidos Ensemble is an innovative project led by Argentine percussionist and composer Carlos Passeggi, born from the fusion of popular music and academic exploration. With a unique sonic approach, the ensemble expands the boundaries of percussion, incorporating bandoneon, electronic elements, voices, and visuals to create an immersive experience that dialogues with Latin American music, sound art, and contemporary music.

Since its formation as a duo in 2021 and its evolution into an ensemble in 2023, TocaRuidos has toured Europe, bringing its powerful aesthetic to diverse audiences. 

The TocaRuidos Ensamble originates from the expressive need of Argentine percussionist and composer Carlos Passeggi, who belongs to a generation of musicians shaped by both the practice of popular music (jazz, tango, folk music, etc.) and academic studies (composition and percussion).

Percussion is used in each piece not only for its rhythmic qualities but also for its melodic, harmonic, and timbral possibilities—embracing “noise” as part of this expressive exploration. Some compositions incorporate electronic elements, voices, and visual projections, creating a distinctive aesthetic that draws from Latin American roots, contemporary music, sound art, and video art.