12.05.05 | Rubens new CD

Currently, I am in the process of recording my own CD. My project combines songs I co-wrote with the two New York based songwriters, Sheryl Cohen and Karina Zeviani. I am also recording songs by talented musician from Louisiana, Dustan Louque. Covers from Angelique Kidjo and Carlinhos Brown will also be featured.

The main focus of my project is to explore the rhythms and styles of nomadic people including: the northeast of Brazil, West Africa and the Sahara Region, including the Gnawa, Fulani and Touareg music styles.

12.05.05 | Rubens on DVD

There are two new DVDs out where you can see me performing with Angelique Kidjo. One is called “Africa Calling-Live at Eden”, recorded live during the Live 8 at the Eden Project in England-July 2005. The other is called “Jools Holland-World”, a compilation of world music artists and their participation on the London-BBC show Jools Holland.

They can be found at amazon.com as well as barnesandnoble.com among other sites and stores.

12.01.05 | Performance for Desmond Tutu

In November 2005, I had the privilege to meet and perform for South African Archbishop and Nobel Peace Prize Laurate Desmond Tutu.

11.20.05 | Tours of 2005

I have just finished a year and a half long tour with Eliane Elias performing the music from her CD Dreamer. Eliane is now recording her new album. Touring for the new CD will begin in March 2006.

I continue to tour with Angelique Kidjo. Angelique will soon be recording her new CD.

09.01.05 | Eliane Elias- South America

South American Tour with Eliane Elias with shows in Brazil and Argentina.

07.01.05 | Live 8 Show

July European Tour with Angelique Kidjo with the highlight performance at Live 8 in England, Eden Project.

03.05.05 | Angelique Kidjo 2005 Tour

I am about to start touring with Angelique Kidjo again. I will continue working as her musical director. This time out I will perfom using the electric guitar as well as the acoustic.

Thierry Vaton will be on Piano and Keys, Stephan Castry on Bass and Latabi Diouani on Drums and Percussion.

The tour will take us to Australia, USA, Europe, North Africa and the Middle East. Please check my Agenda/Shows page for detailed concert dates.

03.02.05 | Eliane Elias Winter Tour

Hello everyone, after a long time on the road I am finally back. I spent one month touring with Eliane Elias and Marc Johnson in France and Belgium, and then we spent two weeks in Japan.

In France/Belgium we had the opportunity to do some radio and TV shows as well as six concerts in Brussels, Lille, Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon and Marseille. I had also the chance to listen to and meet the members of the group Paris Combo. I really love their music and vibe. It is an authentic mix of styles and a nice blend of musicians ethnic backgrounds. I really recommend all of you to check them out: Paris Combo! http://pariscombo.artistes.universalmusic.fr/

In Japan we performed twelve concerts in all the Blue Note Clubs around the country: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and Fukuoka. It was an amazing professional, cultural and gastronomic experience! It was my third trip to Japan and I really love it more and more each time I go.

12.28.04 | Angelique Kidjo and Coro 1492

I have just returned from Milan, Italy, where I had the pleasure of performing with "Coro 1492" and Angelique Kidjo. Martinho Lutero, the choir director of "Coro 1492", arranged fifteen of Angelique's songs, from all phases of her career, for a choir of nine singers. I wrote the arrangements for the acoustic trio (Acoustic Guitar, Acoustic Bass and Percussion).

The intention was to create a cross-cultural blend of Afro-Brazilian-Pop with a Gospel-Lyric vibe. The results were fantastic. I really hope to do future performances with Martinho Lutero and his "Coro 1492".

We did three concerts in churches around Milan and one in Bari. The public received the new project with warmth and enthusiasm. I would like to thank my band mates Davi Vieira (percussion), Alexis Cuadrado (bass) as well as the "Coro 1492":

Director: Martinho Lutero
Sopranos: Laura Inzoli, Claudia Costa
Altos: Clara Franceschi, Cristina Martellosio
Tenors: Daniel Kolle, Francesco Giglio
Basses: Mauro Fosci, Pasquale Esposito

09.04.04 | Endorsers

I am endorsed by and use the gear of the following companies:

* Godin, Seagull and La Patrie Guitars
* Tech 21-Sansamp Products (Effects-Amps)
* AER Acoustic Amplifiers
* Godin Strings
* Crate Amplifiers
* Alvarez Guitars

Please check the "Links" section on my site for related links to these companies and products.

09.04.04 | Workshops-Clinics

I have been playing Brazilian Music since the age of 9 and have subsequently developed a series of Workshops and Clinics. My Workshops focus on several topics, which include: Brazilian styles, grooves, repertoire, composition, ensemble practice, harmony, arranging and improvisation. By focusing on these elements and their relationship to Brazilian Music, I am able to share with my students the diversity and unique characteristics of my country?s musical heritage.

If you are interested in booking a Workshop or would like additional information, please contact me using the "Contact" page of my website.

Thank You