Bidinho

Origin

Pontal, SP

Also known as

Alcebíades Spínola Filho

Years Active

1960s

Genres

MPB, jazz, samba, pagode, rock

Instruments

trumpet, saxophone, clarinet, flugelhorn

Biography

Alcebíades Spínola Filho, known artistically as Bidinho, is a renowned Brazilian instrumentalist, born in Pontal, São Paulo, on October 26, 1944. His musical career began in the interior of São Paulo, as a member of his brother Amir Spínola's orchestra. Later, he moved to Rio de Janeiro in 1975, where he perfected his studies in trumpet, an instrument that would become his specialty, although he also masters the saxophone and clarinet.

Bidinho has built a solid and diverse career, working as an instrumentalist on recordings and shows by some of the greatest names in Brazilian music. His versatility has led him to collaborate with artists such as Elis Regina, Raul Seixas, Chico Buarque, Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Gal Costa, Djavan, Zizi Possi, and Tim Maia. In addition, he has participated in recordings with prominent bands like Kid Abelha, Barão Vermelho, Cidade Negra, and Banda Eva.

His trajectory includes memorable participations in major festivals, such as the early editions of Rock in Rio (accompanying Moraes Moreira, Pepeu Gomes, and Blitz in 1985, and Ed Motta in 1986) and the Free Jazz Festival, where he played with names like Moacir Santos, Leo Gandelman, and João Donato. Bidinho has also performed at international jazz festivals in Europe, such as Umbria Jazz and Montreux, accompanying Gal Costa. His skill as a trumpeter has led him to participate in film soundtracks, such as "Tieta do Agreste" and "Boca de ouro".

Discography

• Bidinho Samba Hype (Ao Vivo) (2024)