Raul de Barros Jr.

Origin

São Paulo, SP

Years Active

2004

Genres

world music

Instruments

instrumentalist, composer, lyricist, poet, inventor and builder of ethnic musical instruments, researcher, multimedia producer

Biography

Raul Machado de Barros Jr., known as Raul de Barros Jr., was born in São Paulo, SP, on May 5, 1951. He is the son of renowned trombonist and composer Raul de Barros and singer Gilda de Barros, and was raised in Rio de Janeiro. From an early age, he was immersed in the musical environment, frequenting Rádio Nacional, where his parents worked. In addition to being a musician, Raul Jr. is also an inventor and builder of ethnic musical instruments, a researcher, and a multimedia producer.

His musical career was consolidated starting in 2004, with a focus on world music productions, making more than 30 tracks available for streaming. He is also known for his involvement in his father's career, helping to preserve his memory and promoting his return to the stage. This dedication reflects the strong family connection to music that permeates generations.

Raul de Barros Jr. demonstrates an artistic versatility that goes beyond musical performance. His work as an inventor and builder of instruments, many of them electrified, highlights an innovative spirit and a deep connection to world sounds. His work, although more recent in terms of dissemination, is a continuation of his family's musical legacy, adapted to new technologies and trends.