Leo Ernest Garcias Leite

ARTIST INFORMATION

Meet the Musician

Where were you born? Where do you call home now?

I was born in São Paulo, Brazil but now I live in Chicago, Illinois

Where did you study? Who did you study under?

I’m currently studying at DePaul University and recently graduated from Ohio University. I’ve studied with Mark Fisher, Charlie Vernon and Dr. Lucas Borges.

Tell me the story of when you first discovered your instrument of choice.

I was 14 when I switched to the trombone because my band director told me it had more jobs than Euphonium lol. Before that I played, flute, violin, and studied guitar for a few years along with everything else.

What are your hobbies/interests outside of the music world?

I love cooking and learning new things.

Who is a musician/mentor who inspires you? Why are they special to you?

Dr. Lucas Borges, he was very important in my life and taught me not only how to be a better musician but also a better human being.

Your playlist recap is here…who is your most listened-to artist?

Tyler, The Creator or more recently Letieres Leite – Moacir de Todos os Santos