Role

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Composer  

Country

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Canada

Genre

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Crossover

 

 

Vocal

 

Remigio Pereira is a Canadian composer, singer, and songwriter who was born on August 31, 1980, in Ottawa, Ontario. He grew up in a musical family, with his father being a guitarist and his mother a singer. Pereira started playing the guitar at the age of six and began composing music at the age of 12. Pereira's musical education began at the Ottawa Conservatory of Music, where he studied classical guitar and music theory. He later attended the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts, where he studied composition and arranging. Pereira's musical influences include classical composers such as Bach, Beethoven, and Mozart, as well as contemporary artists such as Sting and Peter Gabriel. Pereira's career as a composer began in the early 2000s when he started writing music for film and television. He composed the score for the Canadian film "The Life and Hard Times of Guy Terrifico" in 2005 and has since worked on numerous other film and television projects. In 2010, Pereira was a finalist on the reality television show "Canada's Got Talent," where he showcased his vocal and songwriting abilities. Pereira is perhaps best known for his work as a member of the vocal group The Tenors (formerly known as The Canadian Tenors). He joined the group in 2009 and has since performed with them at numerous concerts and events around the world. The Tenors have released several albums, including "The Perfect Gift" (2009), "Lead With Your Heart" (2012), and "Under One Sky" (2015), all of which feature Pereira's compositions and arrangements. Pereira's compositions for The Tenors often incorporate elements of classical music, pop, and world music. His song "I Believe" became an anthem for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver and has since been performed at numerous sporting events and ceremonies. Other notable compositions by Pereira for The Tenors include "Forever Young," "World Stand Still," and "A New Day's Begun." In addition to his work with The Tenors, Pereira has also released several solo albums. His debut album, "La Esperanza," was released in 2007 and features a mix of classical guitar pieces and original compositions. His second album, "Soul of the Tango," was released in 2011 and features Pereira's arrangements of tango classics by composers such as Astor Piazzolla and Carlos Gardel. Pereira's most recent solo album, "The Art of Love," was released in 2019 and features his original compositions as well as covers of classic love songs. The album showcases Pereira's vocal abilities as well as his skills as a songwriter and arranger. Throughout his career, Pereira has received numerous awards and accolades for his musical contributions. In 2010, he was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal for his contributions to Canadian music. He has also been recognized by the Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences and the Juno Awards. In addition to his musical career, Pereira is also an advocate for social justice and human rights. He has worked with organizations such as Amnesty International and the United Nations to promote peace and equality around the world. Overall, Remigio Pereira is a talented composer, singer, and songwriter who has made significant contributions to the world of classical and contemporary music. His compositions for The Tenors and his solo albums showcase his versatility and creativity as a musician, while his advocacy work demonstrates his commitment to making the world a better place.

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