João Balão

About me

Almada, Portugal

I've been working for nearly 40 years in different branches and genres in music. Very early I felt at ease with very different music genres, and always looked with fascination and curiosity for musical diversity. Very naturally, I assimilated the different genres I played. I explain multi-instrumentality as an opportunity to have a wider vision.I played popular music from Portugal, Brazil, Morocco, Angola, Cape Verde, Mozambique, Balkan, Flamenco, Rock, Jazz, Pop and Fado. I collaborated in the recording of over 40 records and produced 10, in Portugal, Spain, France, Chile and Argentina. I also composed music for video, theatre, advertising, dance, short-films and documentaries.

Cultural background

  • Portugal

Values

  • Adventure
  • Authenticity
  • Balance
  • Beauty
  • Boldness
  • Citizenship
  • Community
  • Compassion
  • Competency
  • Contribution
  • Creativity
  • Curiosity
  • Determination
  • Fairness
  • Friendships
  • Fun
  • Growth
  • Happiness
  • Honesty
  • Humor
  • Inner harmony
  • Justice
  • Kindness
  • Knowledge
  • Learning
  • Listening
  • Love
  • Loyalty
  • Making a difference
  • Meaningful work
  • Openness
  • Optimism
  • Peace
  • Recognition
  • Respect
  • Responsibility
  • Risk-taking
  • Self-Respect
  • Spirituality
  • Teamwork
  • Vision
  • Well-being
  • Wisdom