Mauro Negri, born in 1966 in Mantua, Italy, is an Italian jazz clarinetist, saxophonist, and composer. Negri received classical music training under Giovanni Bertolini. In 1987, Negri toured Russia with the Florence Jazz Orchestra. Negri released his debut studio album, Patarau, with Franco D'Andrea in 1989 on Splasc(h) Records. In 1991, Negri formed the quartet Trapezomantilo, releasing several albums. In 1996, Negri established the Mauro Negri S.F. Group, releasing the album So Funky on Splasc(h) Records and collaborating with Enrico Rava. In 2005, Negri worked with the Vienna Art Orchestra and subsequently joined Richard Galliano's ensembles Homage to Nino Rota and New Tangaria. Negri's discography includes Line Up in 2007 and Respiro in 2008. Negri placed 2nd in the RAI Saxophone Competition in 1984 and won Best Musician at the Viva i Giovani contest in 1985.
