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Duda Neves (born Nov 5, 1953) is a Brazilian drummer, composer, arranger, educator and also plays guitar and piano.
During his career, Duda has recorded and performed with many of major Brazilian artist from pop, funk, samba and jazz scene and actively participates in the Brazilian cultural and musical scene.
Duda has recorded four solo albuns- "Urucum" (1990), "Tempo Bom" (1992), "Temporal" (2000), Erupção (2002), “Iapoti’kaba” (2021)
He was quoted as one of the best jazz drummers in the world by the French magazine "Jazz Hot" for his international work with Arrigo Barnabé and also mentioned by "Bizz" magazine as one of the greatest Brazilian musicians.
He organizes Music Workshops for children, youth and adults in various schools and cultural centers throughout Brazil. He teaches at his drums school in São Paulo and at the Professional Musicians Union of the State of São Paulo, having already trained many professionals in the area.