Marcio Philomena
Brazilian Jazz Guitarist
A Brazilian jazz master blending fluid bossa nova rhythms with sophisticated modern jazz harmony and refined improvisational phrasing.
About
Born in Porto Alegre, Marcio Philomena is a guitarist known for bridging traditional Brazilian music and contemporary jazz. A Berklee graduate and Montreux Jazz Festival semi-finalist, he has performed extensively in New York and collaborated with notable musicians such as pianist Helio Alves.
Music Style
His sound is characterized by rich harmonic textures and deeply interactive rhythms, seamlessly integrating lyrical Brazilian melodies with the technical precision of modern jazz.
Background
- Hometown
- Porto Alegre, Brazil
- Education
- Berklee College of Music, Royal Conservatory of The Hague
- Instruments
- guitar
- Active
- 2010s-present
Similar Artists
If you like Pat Martino, Nelson Faria, or Ricardo Grilli — you'll love this artist
Notable Collaborations
Upcoming Events
Marcio Philomena's next NYC show is Sunday, January 24 at Birds.