Considered one of the greatest bassists in the world, Grammy nominated Nilson Matta is a pioneer in the art of playing Brazilian jazz on an acoustic bass and has been a force in the evolution and popularity of Brazilian jazz. He has performed and recorded with renowned artists as Paquito D’Rivera, Herbie Mann, Claudio Roditi, and many others. He recorded with Yo-Yo Ma on “Obrigado Brazil”, “Live in Concert at Carnegie Hall” and “Yo-Yo Ma & Friends”. All of these were Grammy winners.