Blending Afro-Brazilian roots with bold jazz innovation, I create unforgettable sounds that move hearts and shake stages.
You decide who will win $50,000, appear in Rolling Stone, and perform at the Global Citizen Festival!
Who will perform at the Global Citizen Festival, appear in Rolling Stone, and take home $50,000?
Who or what is your musical inspiration?
Raul de Souza J. J. Jonhson Moacir Santos Hermeto Paschoal Mozart Brass Nation (Michael Davis) Wycliffe Gordon Sammy Nestico Maria Schneider
How would performing at the Global Citizen Festival impact your career?
Performing at the Global Citizen Festival would be a transformative moment in my career—a chance to amplify my mission through music. My work is rooted in Afro-Brazilian heritage and shaped by a desire to connect cultures and uplift voices. Sharing that on a global stage would not only honor my journey, but allow me to inspire others, building bridges through rhythm, resilience, and the universal language of hope.
What would you do with $50,000?
With $50,000, I would produce an album and audiovisual project featuring my large ensemble, the Sanbone Pagode Orquestra—an artistic expression rooted in Afro-Brazilian rhythms, jazz, and classical traditions. This project would culminate in a live release concert that brings together musicians, communities, and cultures to celebrate resilience and identity. More than a performance, it would be a statement: that our stories matter, and through music, they can echo across the world.
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