Valtinho Anastacio

Acclaimed Brazilian percussionist Valtinho Anastácio brings the sounds of Brazil to the Zinc every Sunday evening. Showtimes: 7:30 PM & 9:00 PM | Tickets: $35 at the door Reservations: Not necessary — we recommend arriving 20–30 minutes before showtime. Seating: Available throughout the shows. Bar Hours: Open from 5:00 PM to midnight — no cover charge to enjoy cocktails and the vibe! Born in Sao Paulo, Brazil, Valtinho’s journey as a musician started as a child, inspired by the very streets he grew up on. This young musician soon realized that his love was with the many percussion instruments that pervaded the music of one of the richest musical cultures on the planet, and slowly, he learned to master the congas, the pandeiro, the berimbau, the agogos, the abes, the caixas and more. His voice then became the bridge upon which his craft took form. He went on to play and learn from some of Brazil’s top musicians, including Elis Regina, Wilson Simonal, Djavan, Milton Nascimento, Egberto… View Source