
Zé Mario Magalhães
Equally skilled in the studio and on stage, Zé Mario moves effortlessly across genres — from pop and rock to jazz and world music — always delivering exceptional rhythm, creativity, and adaptability. With decades of experience, he is the perfect fit for remote recording projects at Sessions Boutique, where precision, artistry, and speed are key.
Biography
Zé Mario is one of Brazil's most in-demand drummers, celebrated for his versatility, precision, and deep musicality. Throughout his career, he has performed and recorded with some of the nation's most iconic artists, including Emmerson Nogueira, Jorge Ben Jor, Celso Fonseca, Nico Resende, Sandra de Sá, Cláudio Zoli, Wilson Simoninha, Elymar Santos, and Monarco, among many others. His talent has also brought him to national television, with appearances on hit shows such as The Voice Brasil. Equally skilled in the studio and on stage, Zé Mario moves effortlessly across genres — from pop and rock to jazz and world music — always delivering exceptional rhythm, creativity, and adaptability. With decades of experience, he is the perfect fit for remote recording projects at Sessions Boutique, where precision, artistry, and speed are key.
Professional Experience
Performed and recorded with Emmerson Nogueira, Jorge Ben Jor, Sandra de Sá
Collaborated with Celso Fonseca, Nico Resende, Cláudio Zoli, Wilson Simoninha
Featured drummer on TV Globo's The Voice Brasil
Decades of experience in studio and live performance
Specialist in pop, rock, jazz, and world music
Versatile across Brazilian and international genres
Expert in remote recording with precision and speed
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