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Caio Afiune

Guitarist and composer Caio Afiune has spent the last ten years making a lasting impression on the US's East Coast Jazz Scene. Caio has performed extensively as a sideman accompanying jazz giants such as Jerry Bergonzi and Christian Sands, Brazilian legends Jacques and Paula Morelenbaum, leading his own project, the Caio Afiune Quintet, and collaborating with the international collective Imagine 5. Originally from São Paulo, Brazil, Afiune’s compositions uniquely blend together the essence of Brazil, and his deep knowledge of the North American Jazz tradition. His debut album, “Caio Afiune,” received widespread acclaim. The title track, "Prebenda," was awarded an ASCAP Young Jazz Composer Award, and the closing track “Dido,” was not only an official finalist in the 2015 Hollywood songwriting competition, but won the 2016 Downbeat Award for best small ensemble composition. ​Since leaving his home country, Caio has been seen performing in Canada, Australia, Panama, Sweden, Finland, and touring throughout the United States.