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Adriano Santos

Adriano Santos was born in São Paulo, Brasil in 1966. Part of a new generation of Brazilian drummers, he began his drum studies at the age of twelve at Zimbo Trio Music School ( CLAM) in his hometown. In 1988 he moved to Boston to study at Berklee College of Music where he acquired his B.A. in Film Scoring.

Moving to New York in 1995, Adriano started his Masters Degree at City College of New York where he had the chance to enjoy ensemble lessons with the great jazz legend Ron Carter. As a professional he has performed with top international artists such as Astrud Gilberto, Gal Costa, Leny Andrade, Luciana Souza, Romero Lubambo, Helio Alves, Claudio Roditi, Nelson Faria, Leo Gandelman, Paulo Moura, Jovino Santos Neto, Ray Vega, David Binney, John Pizzarelli, Slide Hampton, Harry Allen, Bill Charlap, Cliff Korman, Santi Debriano, Hendrik Meurkens, Dave Pietro, Vana Gierig, Eileen Ivers, Paul Winter and the Boston Pops, to name a few.

Adriano is currently performing with the Vinicius Cantuaria Group, Hendrik Meurkens Samba Jazz Quintet and the Afro- Brazilian band Hãhãhães. He has also recorded "Pretty World", a project produced and arranged by the great Eumir Deodato with Japanese sensation Lisa Ono.

Mr. Santos has produced publications in specialized drum magazines and has released a new book through Drummers Collective NYC (where he is part of the faculty) called, "Afro-Caribbean & Brazilian Rhythms for Drum set".

Adriano is endorsed by Vic Firth Sticks, Remo drum heads, Odery Drums and Istanbul Agop Cymbals.

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Album Review

Adriano Santos: In Session

Read "In Session" reviewed by Dan Bilawsky


Drummer Adriano Santos brings the rhythms of Brazil to the Big Apple when he performs. Santos, originally from São Paulo, has been an essential part of the jazz scene in New York since he moved there in 1995. His crisp, authentic and creative grooves have made him a first call drummer for Hendrik Meurkens, Vinicius Cantuaria, Claudio Roditi and many others. While Santos seemed content to live solely in the drummer-as-sideman role for many years, thankfully this has changed. In ...

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Interview

Latin Jazz Conversations: Adriano Santos (Part 1)

Latin Jazz Conversations: Adriano Santos (Part 1)

Source: The Latin Jazz Corner by Chip Boaz

There are a lot of motivating factors to connect young people and performance, but the simple thrill of making music serves as the prime factor that pushes young people towards more lofty musical goals. Before they experience the act of creating music, just playing an instrument or singing seems magical, a dream that can't be touched. Access to an instrument makes the dream a reality though, and it also reveals the actualities of music--playing well requires a lot of hard ...

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Latin Jazz Conversations: Adriano Santos (Part 2)

Latin Jazz Conversations: Adriano Santos (Part 2)

Source: The Latin Jazz Corner by Chip Boaz

Even the most focused, dedicated, and thoughtful musicians hit roadblocks on their path towards musical goals. Plans laid at an early age seem certain at the time, based on unstoppable feelings of invincibility and power. Fate has a funny way of testing musicians though, seeing just how long they will persevere in order to reach their goals. On the job challenges first jump into their path as new musical ideas require extra study and interpersonal conflicts test everyone's patience. Financial ...

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Latin Jazz Conversations: Adriano Santos (Part 3)

Latin Jazz Conversations: Adriano Santos (Part 3)

Source: The Latin Jazz Corner by Chip Boaz

Most musicians further their artistic development through a series of musical milestones, that become more defined as they come closer. When the musician starts on the journey, their future consists of general goals that may involve proficiency on their instrument, consistent work, or the ability to understand a certain musical style. As the musician attains some of these skills, they may evolve into something more specific. Instrumental proficiency may evolve into the ability to play a certain piece or consistent ...

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Recording

Drummer/Percussionist Adriano Santos Releases New CD Titled "In Session" for Kingjazzad Music.

Drummer/Percussionist Adriano Santos Releases New CD Titled "In Session" for Kingjazzad Music.

Source: Two for the Show Media

Musical interpretation can take many paths, and on the latest release from drummer/composer Adriano Santos titled “In Session" the paths are a many. Santos and his ensemble which is made up of David Binney on alto and soprano saxophone, Helio Alves on piano, David Ambrosio on acoustic bass, &Dende on percussion have come together to record an assortment of compositions from the finest Brazilian composers such as: Milton Nascimento, Raul Mascarenhas, Airto Moreira, Victor Assis Brasil, Toninho Horta, J.T. Meirelles ...

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Recordings: As Leader | As Sideperson

In Session

Self Produced
2010

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In Session

Self Produced
2009

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