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I teach jazz improvisation to musicians of every instrument, including guitar, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, flute, violin, clarinet, sousaphone and virtually any melodic instrument.
Lesson location
- online
About Andre
EDUCATION
- Postgraduate Diploma (Lato Sensu)
Creative Processes in Popular Music: Composition, Arrangement and Improvisation
Souza Lima College of Music - São Paulo, Brazil, 2015–2016
- Graduate Certificate (Lato Sensu)
Popular Music: Creation, Music Production and Performance
Faculdade Santa Marcelina (FASM) - São Paulo, Brazil, 2015–2016
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Executive MBA
Insper (formerly IBMEC São Paulo) - São Paulo, Brazil, 2011
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Bachelor of Business Administration
Fundação Getulio Vargas (FGV) - São Paulo, Brazil, 2003
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Patavinas Jazz Club (2008 – 2015)
Founder and artistic director of Patavinas Jazz Club, a thirteen-piece jazz ensemble dedicated to original Brazilian jazz and contemporary large ensemble music.
Responsibilities include:
Composition
Large ensemble arranging
Musical direction
Recording production
Artistic programming
Ensemble leadership
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Jazz Guitarist
DGK Big Band — Manchester (2025–Present)
Performer under the direction of Andrew Turnbull.
Performance at Matt & Phreds Jazz Club.
Premiere of my original composition Salt and Pepper.
Performances at the Manchester Jazz Festival.
OMJ Big Band — Leighton Buzzard (2021–2023)
Sparkies Jazz Orchestra — Milton Keynes (2019–2021)
SESC Vila Mariana Big Band — São Paulo (2007–2011)
Clube Pinheiros Big Band — São Paulo (2010–2012)
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PERFORMANCE HIGHLIGHTS
Founder and Musical Director of Patavinas Jazz Club.
Five albums of original music released.
Performance with Frank London at Klestival, Auditório Ibirapuera, São Paulo.
Television appearances in Brazil.
Rádio USP interviews and live performances.
Performances with major jazz ensembles in Brazil and the United Kingdom.
Manchester Jazz Festival.
Matt & Phreds Jazz Club, Manchester.
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About the lesson
- All Levels
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Music should never feel intimidating.
Whether you're picking up an instrument for the very first time, preparing for conservatoire auditions, or you're already an experienced musician wanting to deepen your understanding of improvisation, I would be delighted to help you on your musical journey.
Teaching is one of my greatest passions. Nothing gives me more satisfaction than seeing a student gain confidence, unlock their creativity and achieve things they once thought were beyond their reach.
Every lesson is tailored to you, your goals, your musical tastes and the way you learn best.
Jazz Improvisation for All Instruments
I teach jazz improvisation to musicians of every instrument, including saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, flute, violin, clarinet, sousaphone and virtually any melodic instrument.
The concepts of melody, harmony, rhythm, phrasing and musical storytelling are universal. Once you understand them, you'll be able to improvise with confidence in jazz, blues, rock, funk, Latin music, fusion, pop and many other musical styles.
Rather than overwhelming students with endless scales and theory, I focus on helping you understand why music works. My aim is to make improvisation feel natural, expressive and enjoyable. Whether your dream is to solo over jazz standards, jam confidently with friends or simply become a more creative musician, I'll help you get there.
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Rates
Rate
- $40
Pack rates
- 5h: $200
- 10h: $400
online
- $40/h
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This first lesson offered with Andre will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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