I'm Everton, a Brazilian-born musician and composer based in Tucson, AZ. I blend classical training with contemporary production to create music for films, games, and advertising, using a range of DAWs and scoring tools. I collaborate with artists and ensembles to bring vibrant sound to diverse projects and love explaining concepts in a friendly, approachable way. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts at the University of Arizona, I continue to develop my craft in music production, sound design, and scoring for media. I enjoy teaching and mentoring, and I thrive in collaborative teams that push creative boundaries.

Everton Rithelle Silva Maia

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I'm Everton, a Brazilian-born musician and composer based in Tucson, AZ. I blend classical training with contemporary production to create music for films, games, and advertising, using a range of DAWs and scoring tools. I collaborate with artists and ensembles to bring vibrant sound to diverse projects and love explaining concepts in a friendly, approachable way. Currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts at the University of Arizona, I continue to develop my craft in music production, sound design, and scoring for media. I enjoy teaching and mentoring, and I thrive in collaborative teams that push creative boundaries.

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I’m Everton, a Brazilian-born musician and composer based in Tucson, AZ. I blend classical training with contemporary production to create music for films, games, and advertising, using a range of DAWs and scoring tools. I collaborate with artists and ensembles to bring vibrant sound to diverse projects and love explaining concepts in a friendly, approachable way.

Currently pursuing a Doctor of Musical Arts at the University of Arizona, I continue to develop my craft in music production, sound design, and scoring for media. I enjoy teaching and mentoring, and I thrive in collaborative teams that push creative boundaries.

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Language

Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
Japanese
Beginner

Work Experience

Freelancer at Everton Maia
January 7, 2026 - Present
Composing music for films, playing on gigs and teaching guitar and music production.
Graduate Teaching Assistant at University of Arizona
January 1, 2020 - Present
Assisted in Bol ton Guitar Studies and Tucson Guitar Society events, including concerts and music competitions.
Music Production and Music Composition (Freelancer) at Freelancer
January 1, 2020 - Present
Produced music for artists and composed music for student films and game jams.

Education

Doctor in Musical Arts at University of Arizona
August 20, 2022 - August 1, 2026
Master in Music at University of Arizona
January 15, 2020 - May 20, 2022
Bachelor of Music at Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais - UFMG
March 1, 2013 - February 15, 2018
Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) at University of Arizona
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2026
Master of Music at University of Arizona
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor in Music at Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

Wwise Interactive Music Certified User
June 2, 2024 - June 22, 2024
Wwise Fundamentals Certified User
May 20, 2024 - June 2, 2024
Wwise Performance Optimization & Mobile Considerations
June 2, 2024 - July 7, 2024
Wwise Unity Integration
July 7, 2024 - August 8, 2024
Wwise Fundamentals Certified User
June 2, 2024 - January 7, 2026
Wwise Interactive Music Certified User
June 22, 2024 - January 7, 2026
Wwise Performance Optimization & Mobile Considerations
July 8, 2024 - January 7, 2026
Wwise Unity Integration
August 8, 2024 - January 7, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Other, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    uniE603 The end of the dreams
    My original composition - The end of the dreams. For Orchestra. Audio generated with vst libraries. music instrumental
    uniE603 Pavana Triste by Antonio Jose Original Arrangement for Orchestra
    My original Arrangement/Orchestration of the piece Pavana Triste by the Spanish composer Antonio Jose Martinez Palacios. Audio generated with vst.