Chico Mello

Origin

Curitiba, PR

Genres

contemporary classical, MPB, classical music

Instruments

guitar, vocals

Biography

Chico Mello, born Luis Francisco G. de O. Mello in Curitiba in 1957, is a prominent Brazilian classical guitarist, composer, singer, and music producer whose career spans both national and international recognition. Aside from his rich musical endeavors, he also earned a degree in medicine from the Federal University of Paraná (UFPR). His unique artistic path has seen him balance concert performances in Brazil with frequent participation in international contemporary music festivals, securing prestigious grants and commissioned works from various German and European institutions.

Throughout his career, Chico Mello has collaborated with notable artists such as Helinho Brandão and Silvia Ocougne, releasing celebrated albums like his 1984 debut "Água" and "Violão de Dois." His creative output extends deeply into contemporary classical composition and musical theater, with prominent works including "Das Árvores," commissioned for the Festival de Rümlingen in Switzerland, and the multimedia theater project "Destino das Oito," premiered in Berlin. His contributions have earned him several accolades, including the Troféu Chiquinha Gonzaga and recognition at the Camp.Stille Musik seminar in Switzerland.