Mauricio de Souza’s Bossa Brasil

Born in Brasília, Brazil, Maurício de Souza is a jazz drummer who easily performs in both traditional jazz and Brazilian jazz styles. His good taste and finesse have allowed him to play in numerous settings with various accomplished musicians. De Souza was a pupil of world-renowned jazz drummer Joe Morello. He has also studied with Ney Rosauro and distinguished all-round percussion teacher Glenn Weber. Aside from the inspiration of Mr. Morello, other influential performers include Buddy Rich, Airto Moreira, Dave Weckl, Roy Haynes, and Bill Stewart. See Mauricio de Souza’s Bossa Brazil at the Jazz Forum with Mauricio de Souza, drums, Andrew Beals, alto sax, Bob Rodriguez, piano, and Gary Mazzaroppi, bass on Sunday, Jan. 7th at 4 & 6 pm!