In addition to being a reputed master of classical piano, Thomas Tirino is considered a major authority of Spanish and Latin American music, as well as the leading authority and interpreter of Cuban composer Ernesto Lecuona's work. Gramophone dubbed him "The Latin Lover," writing, "his cut glass virtuosity and wickedly seductive charm are truly formidable."

Achieving his Bachelor's and Master's Degrees from the Juilliard School, he also won the school's coveted Gina Bauchauer award. Countless international tours, awards, honors and orchestral performances later, Thomas Tirino is a designated Steinway Artist endorsed by the Lecuona Estate, and a legend-in-the-making, aptly dubbed "The Gypsy King."