Daniel Murray

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Also known as

Daniel Murray Santana de Vasconcellos

Years Active

1997

Genres

classical, experimental, instrumental brazilian music, MPB

Instruments

guitar, lute

Biography

Daniel Murray is a highly acclaimed Brazilian guitarist, composer, and arranger, recognized as one of the most talented musicians of his generation. Born in Rio de Janeiro in 1981, Murray began his musical journey at a young age, eventually specializing in classical guitar. His extensive studies have included renowned mentors such as Alberto Ponce and Paulo Bellinati, and he holds a degree in Classical Guitar from Faculdade Santa Marcelina (FASM), where he focused on contemporary music.

Murray's career is marked by a prolific output and a versatile approach to music. He has released numerous solo albums, including "14-37 – Brazilian music for solo guitar" and "Universo Musical de Egberto Gismonti," which explore a wide range of styles from classical to experimental and Brazilian instrumental music. He is also known for his collaborations, having performed and recorded with artists like Chico Saraiva, Michala Petri, and Marilyn Mansur, and as a member of the Quarteto Tau and Duo Saraiva-Murray.

Beyond his performance career, Daniel Murray is also an accomplished educator and composer. He has taught classical guitar and music theory and has composed works for various ensembles and solo instruments. His innovative approach to the guitar, incorporating extended techniques and diverse musical influences, has earned him critical acclaim and numerous awards, solidifying his position as a significant figure in contemporary Brazilian music.

Discography

• Sonic Universes for Guitar and Tape (Universos Sonoros para Violão e Tape) (2009)
• Tom Jobim para Violão Solo (2011)
• Universos em Expansão... (2015)
• Autoral (2015)
• Galope (2016)
• Brazilian Landscapes (2017)
• 14-37 (Brazilian Music For Solo Guitar) (2018)
• Universo Musical de Egberto Gismonti (2019)
• Sombranágua: Septeto Autoral (2020)
• Lugar ao Vento (2021)
• Vista da Montanha- Livro I (2024)
• Paulo Bellinati Trio Toca Garoto (2025)