Marcello Gonçalves is a Rio de Janeiro-based guitarist and cavaquinho virtuoso who’s become a key figure in Brazil’s contemporary instrumental and choro scenes. Known for his nimble fingers and deep respect for tradition, he collaborates with heavyweights like Henrique Cazes (their *Garoto* tribute album is a standout) while reimagining Brazilian classics, from Moacir Santos’ sophisticated harmonies on *Outra Coisa* to the playful energy of *Pixinguinha de Bolso*. His work, like *De Onde Vem o Baião*, often feels like a love letter to regional Brazilian rhythms, blending technical precision with soulful improvisation. Whether reviving forgotten gems or tackling Broadway tunes (*West Side Story*’s “One Hand, One Heart” gets a cavaquinho twist), Marcello keeps Brazil’s musical legacy fresh and fiercely alive.
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