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Marco Bosco is a Brazilian instrumentalist, percussionist, and producer known for fusing Brazilian music with world and ambient sounds, performing with imagery across multiple international stages.
With more than 40 years of career, he has released influential albums, produced and arranged recordings for major artists and media, and continued creating new music projects inspired by nature and Brazilian rhythms, including “Marco Bosco 40 e Manos”.
Just released by soundway records a remix of the classical Metalmadeira, by alter Disco
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
Work Experience
Soundtrack / Music Producer (ongoing digital releases)
January 1, 2025 - PresentReleased the single “Pedra” from the 1983 album “Metalmadeira,” remastered for a future full-album release.
Project Founder / Composer (Marco Bosco 40 e Manos)
October 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025Launched the project to celebrate 40 years of career, releasing two albums (“Em Toque” instrumental and “Em Canto” vocal) and an accompanying Atmos EP; released related compilation works inspired by the sounds of nature and indigenous guardians.
Composer / Producer (ongoing)
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2025Composed and released nature-inspired ambient/electronic music combined with percussion, and launched the "Marco Bosco 40 e Manos" project featuring two albums (instrumental and vocal) plus an Atmos EP. Continues releasing themed compilations related to sounds of nature and indigenous soundscapes.
Producer (Latin re-releases / new recordings)
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2023Continued producing albums and live shows, digitizing/remastering prior work (including “Fragmentos da Casa”) and creating new compositions inspired by nature using ambient/electronic elements with percussion.
Producer / Audio Production (Album & Concert)
January 1, 2020 - PresentProduced and directed major album/concert projects, including Paulinho Nogueira tributes (with Regina Dias), and worked on additional productions for Afro-Cuban and Afro-Portuguese artists. Managed studio and production work for releases and live performances across Portugal and Brazil, including international distribution.
Album Producer
April 1, 2016 - December 31, 2019Produced and released major albums and concert projects in Brazil and abroad, including “ONLINE” (São Paulo State Government/Ministry of Culture release) and productions for other Brazilian and Portuguese artists.
Music Producer / Performer (Balaio) at Balaio Quartet
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2017With the instrumental quartet Balaio, performed internationally and developed new repertoire; the project included extensive touring in Asia and Europe and recorded the album “Balaio” with guest appearances (e.g., Mike Stern, Randy Brecker).
Producer / Performer (Tribute to Oscar Castro-Neves)
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015Produced, co-directed, and performed in a tribute project to Oscar Castro-Neves with special guest appearances; the multi-day concert was recorded for television.
Producer / Arranger (international album production)
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012Co-produced and internationally released “Believe What I Say – The Music of Ivan Lins,” and produced/released the album “Amores” by Nilson Chaves.
Co-producer (CT Music & Cendi Music/Japan representation) at CT Music & Cendi Music (Japan)
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011Co-produced Leila Pinheiro’s “Raiz” project with Paulo Calasans, focusing on Amazon-themed repertoire and productions.
Radio Contributor (Amazon Space) at Amazonas FM
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2010Worked for radio for the first time with the daily program “Amazon Space” in Manaus and coordinated/co-produced related recordings linked to Waseda University.
Co-founder / Performer (Art on the Rails / Torrinha percussion group)
August 1, 2002 - December 31, 2003Participated in ongoing community-based percussion activities through the “Art on the Rails” initiative centered on local youth engagement.
Music Project Developer (Art on the Rails)
August 1, 2002 - PresentDeveloped the “Art on the Rails” project in Torrinha to research rhythms and revive musical activities with children, adolescents, and young adults, forming a percussion group using sounds from 20-liter oil cans.
Producer / Project Development at Art on the Rails (Torrinha project)
August 1, 2002 - PresentDeveloped the "Art on the Rails" project researching rhythms and reviving musical activities for children, adolescents, and young adults. Built a percussion group using sounds from 20-liter oil cans.
Producer / Director (Techno Roots project)
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2001After moving back to Brazil for Nina Simone’s tour, developed “Techno Roots,” releasing an end-of-2001 techno reinterpretation of Jackson do Pandeiro’s songs with major Brazilian guest artists.
Producer / Repertoire Director at Media Garden Inc. / Music.Co.Jp Inc.
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997Worked as a producer and repertoire director for Tokyo-based companies distributing music for download in CD quality via the internet; later produced live recordings for these platforms.
Producer / Repertoire Director at Media Garden Inc.; Music.Co.Jp Inc.
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1997Produced music and worked as repertoire director at Tokyo-based companies that distributed music for download then in CD quality via the Internet. Also produced live recordings including concerts by Airto Moreira and Flora Purin (Ronnie Scott's Club, London) and performances in Tokyo.
Producer / Studio Musician at Sururu Gang; various collaborations
January 1, 1990 - PresentContinued producing and performing internationally after relocating to Japan, working with a wide range of artists and also contributing to domestic and satellite television/radio works including NHK broadcasts and B S satellite Hi-Vision to Asia and Europe.
Studio Musician / Soundtrack Contributor
January 1, 1982 - December 31, 1989Worked as a studio musician on professional album productions and contributed to soundtracks for dance, cinema, and theater; also recorded approximately 500 advertising pieces for radio and television campaigns (local, national, and international).
Independent Music Producer / Distributor
January 1, 1981 - December 31, 1981Produced and distributed the album “Aqualouco” during the early days of independent music production in Brazil.
Studio Musician / Session Artist
January 1, 1981 - PresentWorked as a studio musician with Brazilian and international artists across album and soundtrack production for dance, cinema, and theater. Participated in a large volume of advertising pieces for radio and television in local, national, and international campaigns.
Leader / Producer (Acarú) at Acarú
January 1, 1980 - December 31, 1980Led the group Acarú and recorded the album “Live at Hot - Crocket” in Tokyo; the release was distributed in Europe as well.
Leader (group) / Percussionist at Acarú
January 1, 1980 - December 31, 1981Led the group Acarú and recorded the album "Live at Hot - Crocket" (RCA Victor) during a season in Tokyo, later distributed in Europe. Also independently produced and distributed the album "Aqualouco" upon returning to Brazil, supporting early independent music production activities.
Percussionist (career start)
January 1, 1974 - December 31, 1976Began his professional career as a percussionist in 1974, performing at dances and nightclubs in Brazil.
Education
at Paulo Simões Silva; José Ulisses Arroyo (teachers and musicians of the Municipal Symphony Orchestra of Campinas/SP)
January 1, 1977 - December 31, 1977 at Cláudio Sthephan (percussionist of the Municipal Symphony Orchestra of São Paulo/SP)
January 1, 1979 - December 31, 1979 at O Edo Sukeroku Taiko (study with a traditional Japanese drum group)
January 1, 1990 - July 13, 2026Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
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