Igor Willcox Quartet is a Jazz Fusion group that has been captivating audiences worldwide with their electrifying performances and innovative sound. Formed by Igor Willcox on drums and compositions, Erik Escobar on electric piano and synth, Wagner Barbosa on saxophone, and Ricardinho Paraiso on bass, the group seamlessly blends jazz, funk, and fusion to create a unique and unforgettable musical experience.

Igor Willcox Quartet’s original compositions are a testament to the band's musicality, spontaneity, and synergy. The group explores all avenues of musical expression, creating songs that are both technically impressive and emotionally compelling. Their performances are nothing short of breathtaking, with each musician contributing their own unique voice to the band's sound

 

Igor Willcox Quartet has performed in some of the most prestigious Jazz clubs around the world, including, Yardbird Suite (Edmonton - Canada), Bourbon Street (Brazil), Blue Note, The Jazz Room (Waterloo - CA), Frankie’s Jazz (Vancouver- CA), Bucking Jam Palace (Calgary - CA), The Rex (Toronto-CA) to name just a few. They have also been invited to perform at various Jazz Festivals such as Nisville Jazz Festival (Serbia), Bansko Jazz Festival (Bulgaria), Summer Jazz Festival (Slovenia), North City Jazz Festival (Serbia), Panama Jazz Festival (Panama), Santos Jazz Festival (Brazil), Play Jazz Festival (Brazil), MB Jazz (Souza Lima Berklee), etc.

       

Their albums have been met with critical acclaim, receiving excellent reviews from major Jazz websites such as All About Jazz, World Music Report, and Jazz World Quest.

Jacques PAUPER of ColeursJazz in France described the band as "a Brazilian band that really gets you going (!) and excites your interlocutor as well as the audience, which is not mistaken. A jazz fusion of which this one operates as much with a conquered public."

 

Mike Jurkovic of All About Jazz noted that "one can immediately see and hear that Willcox doesn't mince words or his music. Two years into their collective existence and they play like vets, sizzling, braking, whirling, burbling along on percolating rhythms."

 

Igor Willcox  Quartet is a band that defies easy categorization," said Jazz World Quest. "Their music is fresh and unpredictable, with each song taking listeners on a journey that is both cerebral and emotional."

 

Igor Willcox Quartet’s passion for music is evident in everything they do, from their dynamic live performances to their critically acclaimed albums.

The group is a true testament to the power of Jazz Fusion, showcasing the depth and complexity of their musical style while maintaining a strong sense of artistic integrity.

They continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in instrumental music, earning them a well-deserved reputation as one of the most exciting bands on the Jazz Fusion scene today.