Carlos Ararat (29) is a professional and dynamic bassist recognized for his versatility and proficiency across the electric bass, double bass, and baby bass. Beyond his mastery as a performer, He is a composer, music director, arranger, producer, and live/session musician whose work bridges in Latin American, North American, and classical styles.
With a sound rooted in deep musicality and forward-looking artistic vision, Carlos has become a sought-after figure in both live performance and studio settings.
Carlos has shared the stage with some of the most respected names in Latin music, including:
Grammy award winning artist Tony Succar, Lusito Carrión, Tony Vega, Luigi Texidor, Manolo Lezcano, Pichie Pérez, Willy García, Jimmy Saa, Javier Vásquez, Amílcar Boscan, as well as former singers of Grupo Niche and Guayacán – two of the most emblematic salsa orchestras from Colombia.
Now based in San Franciso, California, he frequently performs with the majority of major Latin artists visiting the Bay Area for concerts. His strong musical presence has positioned him as one of the leading bassists in the region’s Latin music scene.
In parallel, he leads his own project, Ararat Project Band, blending Colombian traditional music with jazz elements, while developing his solo career with the release of his debut album 'Conexiones'. Its first single, 'Fantasía en 6/8', is soon to be released.
Digital Presence and Reach: Carlos maintains a steadily growing online audience with more than 7,000 followers on Instagram and 5,000 on Facebook, Carlos has a growing digital presence, offering strong visibility and engagement for collaborators, sponsors, and media partners. His content showcases performance clips, session work, and original music, building a loyal and expanding fan base.