Figliuolo Bass

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figliuolo 68 years old male Miami, FL member since 2015

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Musician, composer, and producer Rafael Figliuolo was born in Caracas, Venezuela. At the age sixteen, he began studies in classical guitar and went on to carry out his formal musical training at the “Llamoza” conservatory in Caracas. At eighteen, having chosen the bass as his instrument, he embarked on a professional career playing blues in Caracas nightspots. As a freelance musician, he has recorded and toured with most of Venezuela’s major artists and also performed regularly in the Caracas nightclub circuit. He has also recorded jingles for television and radio spots. Recently, while living in Poland, he furthered his music accomplishments by joining a flamenco ensemble, performing as guest artist with a Latin jazz group and recording with a well known local rock artist. Rafael has also participated in numerous international music festivals in Venezuela, Colombia, the United States (Miami), Ecuador, Puerto Rico, Aruba, Germany and Poland. He was also an Orchestra member of the Venezuelan productions of stage musicals, “Jesus Christ Superstar” and “Fame”. Currently, he is working on electronic music composition and programming in Miami Florida.

Musical Influences & Inspiration

Freddie Hubbard, King & Eric Clapton, Charlie Parker, Buddy Guy, Bootsy Collins, Armando Anthony "Chick" Corea, Victor Wooten, Duke Ellington, Wayne Shorter, Jamiroquai, Funkadelic, Dizzy Gillespie, Metallica, Anthony Jackson, Dexter Gordon, Miles Davis, George Clinton, Tom Waits, McCoy Tyner, Herbie Hancock, Jaco, Hendrix, and more.

Music Genres

Acoustic, Blues, Classic Rock, Country, Electronic, Folk, Funk, Hip Hop/Rap, Jazz, Latin, Lounge, Other, Pop, R&B, Reggae, Southern Rock

Proficient With

Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Electronic Music, Keyboard, Other, Piano, Upright Bass

Gear & Equipment

Ken Smith 5 strings bass, Warwick fretless 5 strings, Spector fretless 5 strings, Warwick 6 strings, Steinberger Xl 2, Ibanez acustic bass, Hartke systems amps, Personal recording home studio.