Flavio Bala

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Genres

jazz, brazilian instrumental music

Instruments

saxophone

Biography

Flávio Bala is a Brazilian saxophonist, composer, and arranger known for his versatility and for moving between jazz and Brazilian music. Born in São Paulo, the musician developed his career exploring various facets of instrumental music.

His musical background includes studies at the Berklee College of Music in Boston, USA, and in Los Angeles, where he had the opportunity to hone his skills with renowned musicians such as Bob Sheppard, Phill Sobel, and Moacir Santos. This international experience enriched his musical language, allowing him to incorporate diverse influences into his work.

Throughout his career, Flávio Bala has released albums such as "Noel Rosa Ao Entardecer", an instrumental tribute to composer Noel Rosa, and has performed shows that blend original compositions with new interpretations of Brazilian music and jazz classics. He has performed alongside musicians such as Renato Neto, Marco da Costa, Rubem Farias, Reginaldo Feliciano, Gó do Trombone, Ary Holland, and Gerson Oikawa, demonstrating his capacity for collaboration and his relevance in the musical scene.

Discography

• Noel Rosa ao Entardecer (2012)