Ivan Machado

Origin

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Years Active

1969

Genres

MPB, samba, jazz

Instruments

contrabaixo

Biography

Ivan Machado is a Brazilian musician, arranger, and music producer born in Rio de Janeiro. He began his professional career in 1969 as a member of Raul Seixas's band. His journey in Brazilian music is marked by vast experience as an instrumentalist, arranger, and producer, collaborating with several renowned artists.

Throughout his career, Ivan Machado worked for eight years in the music department of Rede Globo, where he recorded soundtracks for soap operas and was a member of the orchestra for the television program "Domingão do Faustão." In addition, he served as the musical director and instrumentalist for the band that accompanies Martinho da Vila in shows and recordings. His versatility led him to collaborate with names like Sivuca, Jackson do Pandeiro, Geraldo Azevedo, Zeca Pagodinho, Beth Carvalho, and many others, consolidating his presence in the Brazilian Popular Music scene.

Ivan Machado also had international stints, residing in New York for a period where he worked with Helcio Milito, and performing in London with pianist Tânia Maria. His work as a double bassist is widely recognized, and he is also a board member of the Rio de Janeiro Musicians' Union, demonstrating his commitment to the artistic class.