Marcos Silva

Biography
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Multi-instrumentalist, composer, arranger and educator Marcos Silva performs worldwide. Nominated for a Grammy, he has toured with many world-renowned artists, including Paquito D’Rivera, Bud Shank, Dori Caymmi, and many others. He was musical director for Flora Purim and Airto Moreira for 23 years. Marcos has written arrangements for Dizzy Gillespie’s band and replaced Gil Evans as arranger-composer of Airto’s Spiritual Mass in Germany. He is sought after as a producer of CDs, including two of his own. Marcos heads the Brazilian Music Department at the California Jazz Conservatory in Berkeley.

Keyboardist-Composer Marcos Silva Unveils First Recording In 30 Years On "Brasil From Head To Toe," Set For May 3 Release

Source: Terri Hinte Publicity
April 6, 2019

Keyboardist and composer Marcos Silva returns to the recording spotlight after 30 years with Brasil From Head to Toe, set for a May 3 release on his Goose Egg Productions imprint. The third album from the Brazilian-born, Bay Area-based musician and educator features an extensive cast of musicians, anchored by a core quartet with saxophonist Gary Meek, bassist Scott Thompson, and drummer Mauricio Zottarelli. It also includes 10 original compositions of invigorating Brazilian jazz fusion by the master himself. Silva ...
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Recording

Dee Bell & Marcos Silva Release "Silva • Bell • Elation" January 21 (Laser Records)

Source: Michael Bloom Media Relations
February 2, 2014

“Silver Bells” was the Bell Family signature Christmas song. It was a tradition in our family holiday jam sessions. Because of this, the merging of the two names Marcos Silva and Dee Bell seemed tunefully obvious. Elation was the result of the Silva Bell musical partnership. From the first recording with Stan Getz to the present, the rhythms and music of Brazil have infused new tonal colors and energy into the music that enlivens my spirit. Stan and Eddie Duran ...
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Performance / Tour

Jazz At The Chimes Presents Marcos Silva - Made In Brazil

Source: Mary D'Orazi
October 26, 2012

Marcos Silva Quartet Jazz at the Chimes Chapel of the Chimes 4499 Piedmont Ave. Oakland, CA 94611 (510) 654-0123 $15 general; $10 seniors (60+) and students - for concert and reception. Purchase tickets at the door. Cash only. Ticket sales begin at 12:30 pm; Doors open 1:30 pm Limited seating! JAZZ AT THE CHIMES’ last concert of the new season will feature pianist and composer Marcos Silva - “Made in ...
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