Effective period / Period of releases: 1986 - 1995

Members: Hector Bisignani, Azael Rodrigues, Rodolfo Stroeter, Teco Cardoso, Paulo Bellinati, Roberto Sion, Lelo Nazario, Nelson Ayres (2), Nenê, Ricardo Mosca, Zé Eduardo Nazario, William Caram, Bob Wyatt (3)

Started in the early 80's and hailing from Rio de Janeiro, Pau Brasil has become one of the strong forces of instrumental Brazilian music, mixing in a unique sound roots/ethnic Brazilian elements with contemporary jazz and improvisation. They have achieved both national and international praise and success, as well as established a consequent discography. Several top Brazilian players such as Nenê, Lelo Nazario, Roberto Sion, Zé Eduardo Nazario have through time been members of or collaborated with the band, a perpetual sign of always high musical quality.