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Victor Chicri is a Brazilian-born musician, composer, and producer based in New York City. A multi-instrumentalist with roots in samba-jazz, bossa nova, and funk, Victor has worked with iconic artists such as Gal Costa, Simone (alongside Quincy Jones at Montreux), Seu Jorge, and Bebel Gilberto. A Latin Grammy winner with multiple Gold and Platinum records, he now leads worship at Family Church NYC and co-runs Orlas, a genre-fusing music project, and Mapa Sound, a boutique agency creating music for global advertising. His work bridges Brazilian tradition with modern global sounds.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Co-Founder & Producer at Orlas (Music Project with Vic Delnur)
January 1, 2023 - PresentCo-created the samba-jazz/bossa nova/disco-funk fusion project Orlas with son Vic Delnur. Released debut album Viver o Mar in 2024 with critical and commercial success. Sold out two vinyl pressings in the US and Japan. Performed at international venues and festivals including SXSW (Austin), NXNE (Toronto), Summer Festival (NYC), and toured in London, Paris, Lisbon, Amsterdam, and across the US. Second album scheduled for release in late 2025.
Co-Founder & Creative Director at Mapa Sound Agency
January 1, 2021 - PresentCreated music for commercials and branded content for major agencies such as Publicis and Gray. Managed scoring, sound design, and musical identity for advertising campaigns.
Session Musician, Arranger & Producer at Various / International
January 1, 1980 - PresentRecorded, arranged, and toured with top Brazilian and international artists, including: Gal Costa; Simone (including orchestra performance with Quincy Jones at Montreux Jazz Festival); Seu Jorge (Farofa Carioca); Bebel Gilberto; Gabriel o Pensador; Sandy & Junior. Contributed to numerous award-winning albums and soundtracks for television and documentaries. Recipient of multiple Gold and Platinum Records and a Latin Grammy Award.
Worship Leader at Family Church
January 1, 2020 - PresentLeads worship services and coordinates musical direction and arrangements for church events. Develops musical teams and mentors emerging worship musicians.
Co-Founder & Producer at Orlas (Music Project with Vic Delnur)
January 1, 2024 - PresentCo-created the samba-jazz/bossa nova/disco-funk fusion project Orlas with son Vic Delnur. Released debut album Viver o Mar in 2024 with critical and commercial success. Sold out two vinyl pressings in the US and Japan. Performed at international venues and festivals including SXSW (Austin), NXNE (Toronto), Summer Festival (NYC), and toured in London, Paris, Lisbon, Amsterdam, and across the US. Second album scheduled for late 2025.
Co-Founder & Creative Director at Mapa Sound Agency
January 1, 2021 - PresentCreated music for commercials and branded content for major agencies such as Publicis and Gray. Managed scoring, sound design, and musical identity for advertising campaigns.
Session Musician, Arranger & Producer at Brazil / International
January 1, 1980 - PresentRecorded, arranged, and toured with top Brazilian and international artists, including Gal Costa; Simone (including orchestra performance with Quincy Jones at Montreux Jazz Festival); Seu Jorge (Farofa Carioca); Bebel Gilberto; Gabriel o Pensador; Sandy & Junior. Contributed to numerous award-winning albums and soundtracks for television and documentaries. Recipient of Gold and Platinum Records and a Latin Grammy Award.
Worship Leader at Family Church
January 1, 2020 - PresentLeads worship services and coordinates musical direction and arrangements for church events. Develops musical teams and mentors emerging worship musicians.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Composition & Conducting at Conservatório Brasileiro de Música – Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
March 30, 1986 - September 16, 1992Qualifications
Latin Grammy Award Winner
September 16, 2001 - September 16, 2001Gold and Platinum Records
November 30, 2000 - September 16, 2003Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education
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