Di Stéffano

Origin

Brasil

Also known as

Di Isteffano

Years Active

1988–presente

Genres

jazz, brazilian afro jazz, samba, bossa nova, instrumental music

Instruments

drums

Biography

Di Stéffano is a Brazilian musician with a career spanning over 35 years, establishing himself as a drummer, composer, arranger, music producer, and music teacher. His journey is marked by collaborations with renowned national and international artists, such as João Donato, Dominguinhos, Carlos Malta, Boca Livre, Geraldo Azevedo, Leny Andrade, and the Portuguese group Mingas, among many others. His versatility has led him to work on various projects, including live shows, CD and DVD recordings, and soundtracks for Brazilian telenovelas.

With a style that moves between contemporary jazz, Brazilian afro jazz, samba, and bossa nova, Di Stéffano is recognized for his ability to unite rhythmic pulsation and melodic language, creating compositions that reflect a syncretism of sounds with a strong Brazilian identity. He has released several albums, such as "Liberdade para Voar" and "Cenários", which explore this fusion of rhythms and influences.

In addition to his career as an instrumentalist, Di Stéffano is also dedicated to music education, having taught classes and workshops at important festivals and institutions in Brazil and abroad, such as the IMESUR Festival in Santiago, Chile, and the Cuiabá Music Week. His work as an educator contributes to the training of new generations of musicians, reinforcing his legacy in Brazilian music.

Discography

• Ribeira Jam (2005)
• Outros Mares (2015)
• Recomeço (2017)
• Ao Vivo na Casa de Vovó Dedé (2022)
• Liberdade para Voar (2025)