Born in Rio de Janeiro, this Brazilian drummer has worked with many prominent artists such as Djavan, Ivan Lins, Leo Gandelman, Marisa Monte, Billy Cobham, Marcio Montarroyos and more. He was also member of Kid Abelha from 1985 to 1988. His vast experience in studio has brought him many invitations to produce the records of other artists and he was ranked among the top one hundred drummers in the world by the American magazine ZILDJIAN TIME in 2002. Besides his many recording and traveling activities, he also gives courses and workshops on drums and percussion throughout Brazil.