Alice Passos

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Also known as

Alice Perdigão e Passos

Years Active

2008

Genres

samba, MPB, choro, instrumental music

Instruments

flute, vocals

Biography

Alice Passos is a Brazilian singer, flutist, and arranger born in Rio de Janeiro on December 11, 1990. The daughter of cavaquinho player Ignez Perdigão and sister of singer Mariana Bernardes, Alice began her musical journey at an early age, joining the group "Flautistas da Pro Arte" at age eight. Her artistic career gained prominence when she performed at music venues in Lapa, Rio de Janeiro, and joined the band backing the renowned Wilson das Neves on his tour.

Her musical background is enriched by her participation in the "Corações Futuristas" Orchestra, conducted by Egberto Gismonti, with which she performed at national and international festivals, such as MIMO and Europália. Alice Passos was also a three-time finalist in the "Jovens Bambas do Velho Samba" contest at Carioca da Gema, demonstrating her affinity for the genre.

Throughout her career, Alice has released acclaimed albums such as "Voz e Violões" (2016), produced by Maurício Carrilho, and "Ary" (2020), a tribute to Ary Barroso. Most recently, in 2024, she presented the album "Milagres" in partnership with pianist Breno Ruiz. Her discography also includes guest appearances on albums by various artists, consolidating her position as an important interpreter of Brazilian popular music.

Discography

• Voz e Violões (2016)
• Theo de Barros, Renato Braz, Mônica Salmaso, Ricardo Barros, Alice Passos – Tatanaguê (2017)
• Ary (2020)
• Breno Ruiz, Alice Passos – Milagres (2026)