Marco Antonio de Carvalho is a Brazilian performing musician, guitarist, singer and composer. Born in the São Cristóvão neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, he started out playing percussion with friends on the streets of his hometown. The guitar was ever-present in those days, so Marco developed his musical ability by “street learning” - playing by ear on the street, listening to friends and others with more experience. His experiences at Carnaval parades, matinee clubs, samba events, Tambores, and ritual rooms of Candomblé - the musical culture of his country - greatly influenced his musical development and style.
