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I am Graduated in guitar, I compose, record and mix a lot instruments of strings at my own home studio.

I am graduated in guitar. I compose, record and mix in my own home studio.
I have arranged and produced discs, written soundtracks for movies, series, audiovisual installations and short films such as the track for the movie The Boy Who Made a Museum - England / Brazil, 2017, winner of the public selection of best documentary at the RiverFilm Festival, in Padova, Italy (2018) and London Association of Foreign Correspondents Award. A a partner at Punks - the largest display of independent music in the world - I have produced tracks for channels such as GNT, Vice and Canal Brasil.

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9 Reviews

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by Sven T.
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Felipe is a great player with a beautiful feel. Excellent communication, and delivered high quality recordings. I highly recommend his for your projects! His improvisation work is very tasty.
by Brent
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Excellent work Felipe! Very easy to work with and a very talented musician! You've added your own taste to my work and it compliments so well. Thanks!
by Craig W.
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Felipe is a true professional! he takes the time to make sure the job is done correctly and as professional as possible. It is easy to communicate with him, for he is a true artisan and a gifted guitarist.
by Omar B.
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Great to work with Felipe! such a pro
by G M.
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Felipe is a brilliant musician. He added so much soul to my song. Also very quick/polite with communication. Very highly recommend!
by Doug K.
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Felipe plays with passion, and captures a truly beautiful guitar sound. He also put in extra effort on our project to learn some technically complex parts for a unique short film project.
by Paul
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Felipe is a truly beautiful guitarist and very talented. He was also able to help me with other instruments needed for the track, so he is connected to other musicians to help lift your track. He is also very patient and understanding to get what you are after.
by Eramir Neto
An incredible all kind guitars player. Worth hiring! Talk to him and send your project.
by Ivanbatucada
Felipe is a sensible and technical musician, I recommend for all!

Interview with Felipe Mancini

Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Perhaps the biggest confusion is to think that I am a classical guitarist. I come from the school of improvisation, I like languages from the world of jazz, soul, rock, reggae and of course, music from all over the world.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I ask them what they want with the production. What is the intention of that song, to which market will it be destined?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: People are different. Each process is a choice and creates a kind of relationship. I believe that trust is the best message, always
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My acoustic classic guitar seria o suficiente para uma vida de paz.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I've been working with this for over 20 years. I've played in several countries like Brazil, Holland, Spain, Portugal, Germany. I've done award winning soundtracks here in Brazil, awarded in England and Italy. I have my solo album released in 2019, which is called Passagem, available on digital platforms.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style is in the fusion of languages
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I believe that if we are willing to learn, everyone and every artist has something to teach us
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Be original without trying to copy trends or what others do.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Brazilian music, indie and pop music.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Make arrangements and compositions
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I listen music form all parts of the world. Brazil has a lot influence of immigrants form Africa, Europe and some parts of Asia. It bring me influences of music and history.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Hear what the client want and try put my style on it.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a studio im my house with a Tascam 16x08 interface. I work with microphones AKG and Sunheiser to record acoustic guitar. For eletric guitar I use Fender guitar an amplifiers and to VST I use Waves plugin
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Gustavo Santaolalla its a great film composer. Radiohead is incredible band with a great work in a studio. I like to hear Egberto Gismonti, Yamandu Costa e Baden Powell, great guitar players here from Brazil. I like to hear jazz like Miles Davis and Herbie Hancock and the blues guitar players, like B.B. King. Stevie Ray and many others
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I like to highlight two main works. One is working as a guitarist. I play acoustic guitar, guitars from different parts of the world, and the blues and rock electric guitar too. I also usually compose tracks for films and instrumental music.