Paulo Santos Uakti

Paulo Santos is a Brazilian multi-instrumentalist and percussionist best known as a co-founder of the experimental instrumental group Uakti. Since 1978, he’s been integral to the band’s signature sound, crafting and performing on custom-made instruments built from PVC, wood, and other materials alongside members like Marco Antônio Guimarães. While details about his solo career are scarce, Santos continues to perform both solo and in smaller ensembles, maintaining his exploration of unconventional percussion techniques.

Note: The listed releases (*Das Flores nas Pedras*, *Chama*, *Um Minuto e Três Segundos*, *Curado*) do not appear in verifiable discographies for Uakti or Paulo Santos within the provided sources. Available information focuses on his collaborative work with Uakti rather than independent projects.