Gilson Macedo

Origin

Recife, PE

Genres

brazilian instrumental music, choro, baião, samba, MPB

Instruments

classical guitar

Biography

Gilson Macedo is a classical guitar player and interpreter of Brazilian popular music, born in Recife, Pernambuco. Self-taught, he developed his own style that blends popular and classical elements, incorporating Brazilian rhythms such as choro, baião, and samba into his compositions and performances. His music is marked by a personal sound and style, with a melodic richness that reflects his roots and influences, especially from northeastern composers.

Throughout his career, Gilson Macedo has released two albums, with "Variasons" being one of his most notable works, which received praise from renowned musicians such as Itiberê Zwarg and Hermeto Pascoal. In addition to his original production, he has also participated in important recordings, such as the acoustic DVD of the band Fulor de Mandacaru, winner of Rede Globo's Popstar program in 2016. His work spans various performances in festivals and cultural projects, both in Brazil and abroad, such as in Havana, Cuba.

Macedo has performed on different stages and events, ranging from shows in bars and theaters to participations in orchestras and social projects, such as performances in hospitals. His versatility allows him to move between different genres and formats, always with the classical guitar as the protagonist, exploring the fusion between the classical and the popular that characterizes him.