Renato was a long-time pianist & MD with Jon Hendricks & Company & member of the Lionel Hampton Orchestra.

He performed in festivals and clubs all over the United States, Europe, Asia and South America with the likes of Lou Donaldson, Woody Shaw, Freddie Hubbard, Clark Terry, Benny Golson, Red Holloway, Al Grey, Joe Williams, Wynton Marsalis, Gary Burton, Milt Hinton, Reggie Workman, Jerry Bergonzi, Steve Grossman & Al Foster.

Renato appeared on over 50 recordings and various under his own name or co-leader.

He is currently professor for jazz improvisation at the University of Music in Graz and continues to perform all over the world.