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I am an experienced and versatile guitarist with over 20 years of international experience in performance, composition, recording, and music education. My skills span jazz, classical, world music, rock, pop, soul, funk, and blues. I have a strong background teaching at professional-level institutions and have worked with renowned artists across Europe and the Middle East.
Throughout my career, I have played at prestigious venues and collaborated with notable musicians. I am passionate about composing and performing, and I enjoy leading jazz, world, and fusion projects as well as conducting workshops with acclaimed artists.
Experience Level
Language
Portuguese
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate
French
Beginner
Work Experience
Band Member / Guitarist at Janita Salomé’s Band
December 31, 1998 - August 19, 2025Performed regularly and participated in concerts including Expo 1998 in Lisbon on Sony and Atlântico stages. Collaborated in various jazz and pop-rock projects and participated in jazz workshops.
Jazz Guitar Student and Performer at Conservatorium van Amsterdam
May 1, 2002 - August 19, 2025Studied jazz guitar under renowned teachers and performed regularly in jam sessions and projects across jazz, pop, and world music genres in notable Dutch venues and festivals in Europe.
Jazz Guitarist / Teacher at Various Projects and Jam Sessions, Amsterdam
September 1, 2002 - August 19, 2025Organized and performed weekly jazz jam sessions at 'Taveerne de Kluis', collaborated with international musicians, played with projects such as Mariandoro and Sambadam, and engaged in recording and producing demos.
Guitar and Music Teacher at Escola de Jazz do Barreiro
September 1, 2002 - PresentTaught guitar, ear training, music theory, harmony, and ensemble classes focused on students pursuing professional jazz careers. Continued ongoing teaching.
Music Teacher at Musicland
January 1, 2008 - PresentProvided guitar, ear training, harmony, music theory, and ensemble lessons at a professional-level private music school affiliated with ABRSM.
Music Teacher at St. Julian’s School (Portuguese Section)
August 1, 2012 - August 19, 2025Taught music to children in a prestigious English private school in Portugal from 2008 until 2012.
Professional Musician and Educator at Various Studio and Live Projects, Dubai, U.A.E.
January 1, 2013 - PresentPerformed and recorded across jazz, pop-rock, soul, funk, and world music genres. Taught privately and at the American School of Dubai, and at Berklee Abu Dhabi.
Teacher at Berklee Abu Dhabi
December 31, 2022 - August 19, 2025Taught music courses and private lessons during 2021 and 2022.
Instructor at Berklee – Abu Dhabi, UAE
December 31, 2022 - September 1, 2025Taught musical concepts and guitar techniques at Berklee’s Abu Dhabi campus from 2021 to 2022.
Private Music Teacher at American School of Dubai – UAE
December 31, 2021 - September 1, 2025Provided private music instruction to students from 2013 to 2021, focusing on guitar and music fundamentals.
Music Teacher (Portuguese Section) at St. Julian’s School – Carcavelos, Portugal
December 31, 2012 - September 1, 2025Taught music classes including theory and practice to Portuguese section students between 2008 and 2012.
Guitar, Theory, Ear Training Instructor at Musicland – Lisbon, Portugal
December 31, 2012 - September 1, 2025Instructed guitar, music theory, and ear training courses from 2008 to 2012.
Jazz Guitar, Combo, Harmony Instructor at Escola de Jazz do Barreiro – Portugal
December 31, 2012 - September 1, 2025Provided jazz guitar, combo ensemble, and harmony instruction from 2002 to 2012.
Education
Classical Guitar Diploma (5th degree) at Private Music School
January 1, 1988 - August 19, 2025Musical Theory Diploma (8th degree) at Conservatório Nacional de Lisboa (external student)
January 1, 1988 - August 19, 2025Diplomas in Composition, Music History, and Acoustics at Nossa Senhora do Cabo School, diplomas issued by Conservatório Nacional de Lisboa
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1997Diploma in Jazz Guitar and Pedagogical Degree at Conservatorium van Amsterdam (Hogeschool voor de Kunsten)
January 1, 1998 - May 1, 2002Diploma in Jazz Guitar (with Pedagogical Degree) at Conservatorium van Amsterdam
January 1, 1998 - January 1, 2002Diplomas in Classical Guitar, Music Theory (8th Grade), Composition, Acoustics, and Music History at Nossa Senhora do Cabo & Conservatório Nacional de Lisboa
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1997High School Diploma – Arts at Escola Secundária de Sebastião e Silva, Oeiras
January 1, 1993 - January 1, 1993Qualifications
5th Degree Diploma in Classical Guitar
January 1, 1988 - August 19, 20258th Degree Diploma in Musical Theory
January 1, 1988 - August 19, 2025Diploma in Composition, Music History, Acoustics
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1997Jazz Guitar Diploma with Pedagogical Degree
January 1, 1998 - May 1, 2002Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other
Experience Level
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