Born in São Paulo, Brazil, Adriano is part of a new generation of Brazilian drummers. As a professional he has performed with top-ranking Brazilian artists such as Leny Andrade, Astrud Gilberto, Paulo Moura, Santi Debriano, Vana Gierig, and Paul Winter and the Boston Pops.
His extensive knowledge of traditional and modern Brazilian drumming bring a new approach to learning. He holds a BM from Berklee College of Music.
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William Calhoun
