Biography

Diego Figueiredo is a new star of the guitar world. He’s released 26 albums and performed in more than 60 countries, winning several awards and an American Grammy Nomination along the way. He has a unique style combining Jazz, Bossa Nova and Classical music, with an abundance of both technique and emotion. Born in Franca, Brazil, in 1980, and at the age of 4, he used to strike poses carrying his small guitar. At twelve, he was playing in theaters and local pubs, revealing the great art of improvising and harmonizing. At 15, he conquered theaters and nightclubs in many different Brazilian states, playing solo or with renowned musicians. Diego has collaborated and performed with names like Gilberto Gil, João Bosco, Roberto Menescal, Toquinho, Janis Siegel, Stanley Jordan, Joao Donato, Larry Coryell and many others. Diego Figueiredo will be playing along with Brian Simpson. “Diego Figueiredo is one of the greatest guitarists I’ve seen. The world needs to listen to his music". (George Benson)