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Hi, I’m Manu Xavier—a Brazilian-born musician, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist who tours and performs across Brazil and the United States. I lead bands, write songs, arrange parts, play guitar, and step on stage as a solo artist, bringing energy and stories to every show. I’m deeply dedicated to collaboration, performance, and sharing music that connects with audiences. When I’m not performing, I work behind the scenes as a live sound and recording engineer, using Pro Tools and Logic Pro X to capture great performances. I study music production and songwriting at Berklee College of Music, manage practice rooms, organize orientation events, and mentor fellow musicians. I love leading, organizing, and helping fellow artists grow while pursuing my own creative projects.…Hi, I’m Manu Xavier—a Brazilian-born musician, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist who tours and performs across Brazil and the United States. I lead bands, write songs, arrange parts, play guitar, and step on stage as a solo artist, bringing energy and stories to every show. I’m deeply dedicated to collaboration, performance, and sharing music that connects with audiences. When I’m not performing, I work behind the scenes as a live sound and recording engineer, using Pro Tools and Logic Pro X to capture great performances. I study music production and songwriting at Berklee College of Music, manage practice rooms, organize orientation events, and mentor fellow musicians. I love leading, organizing, and helping fellow artists grow while pursuing my own creative projects.

Manu Xavier

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Hi, I’m Manu Xavier—a Brazilian-born musician, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist who tours and performs across Brazil and the United States. I lead bands, write songs, arrange parts, play guitar, and step on stage as a solo artist, bringing energy and stories to every show. I’m deeply dedicated to collaboration, performance, and sharing music that connects with audiences. When I’m not performing, I work behind the scenes as a live sound and recording engineer, using Pro Tools and Logic Pro X to capture great performances. I study music production and songwriting at Berklee College of Music, manage practice rooms, organize orientation events, and mentor fellow musicians. I love leading, organizing, and helping fellow artists grow while pursuing my own creative projects.…Hi, I’m Manu Xavier—a Brazilian-born musician, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist who tours and performs across Brazil and the United States. I lead bands, write songs, arrange parts, play guitar, and step on stage as a solo artist, bringing energy and stories to every show. I’m deeply dedicated to collaboration, performance, and sharing music that connects with audiences. When I’m not performing, I work behind the scenes as a live sound and recording engineer, using Pro Tools and Logic Pro X to capture great performances. I study music production and songwriting at Berklee College of Music, manage practice rooms, organize orientation events, and mentor fellow musicians. I love leading, organizing, and helping fellow artists grow while pursuing my own creative projects.

Next availability:

June 27, 2026

Boston, United States

Hi, I’m Manu Xavier—a Brazilian-born musician, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist who tours and performs across Brazil and the United States. I lead bands, write songs, arrange parts, play guitar, and step on stage as a solo artist, bringing energy and stories to every show. I’m deeply dedicated to collaboration, performance, and sharing music that connects with audiences.

When I’m not performing, I work behind the scenes as a live sound and recording engineer, using Pro Tools and Logic Pro X to capture great performances. I study music production and songwriting at Berklee College of Music, manage practice rooms, organize orientation events, and mentor fellow musicians. I love leading, organizing, and helping fellow artists grow while pursuing my own creative projects.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Language

Portuguese

Fluent

English

Advanced

Spanish; Castilian

Advanced

Work Experience

Contracted Performer / Self-Employed at Various Locations (Brazil & U.S.)

January 1, 2019 - Present

Bandleader, arranger, songwriter, guitarist, and lead vocalist. Performed in major venues across Cuiabá, Brazil and in Boston, NYC, and Wellington; executive producer and performer for a Brazilian music concert at Berklee Performance Center and Berklee Café shows; wrote, co-produced, and arranged all original songs for current self-produced projects (one EP and two singles released on digital platforms); guitarist, bassist, and drummer for multiple Boston-based artists and ensembles; private guitar lessons for beginners.

Live Sound & Recording Engineer at Freelance

January 1, 2021 - Present

Operated live sound and mix boards for small venues, showcases, and school performances; set up stage and recording plots for multi-microphone live sessions and ensemble recordings; used Pro Tools and Logic Pro X for live multi-track recording and editing sessions.

Record Store Assistant at Raro Ruido

May 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023

Assisted in planning and displaying new products, online marketing campaigns, and event coordination; stocked and organized products with accurate labeling; provided customer service and contributed to in-store events to increase engagement and sales.

Practice Facility Monitor at Berklee College of Music – Boston, MA

January 1, 2024 - Present

Assist students with booking practice and ensemble rooms; monitor equipment functionality; file daily reports on gear condition; manage rentals of cables, microphones, stands, and other gear; ensure smooth daily operation of Berklee’s room booking systems.

Community Connector / Orientation Leader at Berklee College of Music – Boston, MA

May 1, 2024 - Present

Guide groups of 25–30 students during orientation weeks; host information sessions and open mic events; support students and families with campus resources; design and manage marketing materials, newsletters, and social media campaigns for Berklee’s First-Year Experience.

Performer / Band Leader at Self-Employed / Independent Artist (Brazil & U.S.)

January 1, 2019 - Present

Performer and bandleader, arranger, guitarist, and lead vocalist; also performed as solo artist. Active in major venues across Cuiabá, Brazil and in the Boston-NYC-Wellesley area.

Live Sound & Recording Engineer at Freelance (Cuiabá, Brazil & Idyllwild, CA)

January 1, 2021 - Present

Operated live sound and mix boards for small venues, showcases, and school performances. Set up stage and recording plots for multi-mic live sessions and ensemble recordings. Used Pro Tools and Logic Pro X for live multi-track recording and editing. Mixed and balanced live audio to ensure clear, dynamic sound for various settings.

Record Store Assistant at Raro Rudio

May 1, 2022 - September 1, 2023

Assisted in planning and displaying new products, online marketing campaigns, and event coordination. Stocked and organized products, ensuring accurate labeling. Provided customer service and performed at in-store events to increase engagement and sales.

Practice Facility Monitor at Berklee College of Music

January 1, 2024 - Present

Assisted students with booking practice and ensemble rooms across campus. Monitored equipment functionality and filed daily reports on gear condition. Managed rentals of cables, microphones, stands, and other gear. Ensured smooth daily operation of Berklee’s room booking systems.

Community Connector / Orientation Leader at Berklee College of Music

May 1, 2024 - Present

Guided groups of 25–30 students during orientation weeks, organizing and hosting info sessions, open mics, and performances. Supported students and families year-round with campus resources, events, and communications. Designed and managed marketing materials, newsletters, and social media campaigns for Berklee’s First-Year Experience.

Education

Bachelor of Music in Professional Music (Focus: Production & Songwriting) at Berklee College of Music – Boston, MA

September 1, 2022 - March 18, 2026

High School Diploma, Music Department (Songwriting & Performance Focus) at Idyllwild Arts Academy – Idyllwild, CA

January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026

Berklee World Tour Scholarship Recipient at Berklee College of Music

January 11, 2030 - March 18, 2026

Bachelor of Music in Professional Music (Focus: Production & Songwriting); Minor: Recording and Production for Musicians at Berklee College of Music

September 1, 2022 - April 18, 2026

High School Diploma, Music Department (Songwriting & Performance Focus) at Idyllwild Arts Academy

January 11, 2030 - April 18, 2026