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Member Since: 1/16/2007
Band Website: mauriciodesouzajazz.com
Band Members: Mauricio de Souza Quartet: Mauricio de Souza (drums), Andrew Beals (alto sax), Carl Viggiani or Jason Teborek (piano), and Lee Marvin or Bob Funesti (bass).Bossa Brasil: Mauricio de Souza (drums), Helio Alves or Carl Viggiani (piano), and Lee Marvin (bass).Other musicians also perform with the groups. Vocalists for Bossa Brasil include Paula Jeanine and Jean Rohe.
Influences: Born in BrasÃlia, Brazil, MaurÃcio de Souza is a jazz drummer who easily performs in both traditional jazz and Brazilian jazz styles. His good taste and finesse have allowed him to play in numerous settings with various accomplished musicians. MaurÃcio studied with renowned jazz drummer and master teacher, Joe Morello for eight years. Aside from the inspiration of Mr. Morello, other influential performers include Buddy Rich, Bill Stewart, and Airto Moreira.
Sounds Like: Mauricio de Souza. Like every musician, I strive to develop a unique sound based on the mix of influences I have. I try to "stand in the shoulders of giants."
Record Label: unsigned
Type of Label: None