Projeto Coisa Fina, a dynamic 12-piece ensemble from São Paulo, was founded in December 2005 by saxophonist Daniel Nogueira and bassist Vinicius Pereira. Inspired by the works of maestro Moacir Santos, the group masterfully blends jazz with Brazilian rhythms like baião, maracatu, and samba. Their debut album, "Homenagem a Moacir Santos," received critical acclaim for revitalizing the maestro's compositions. Over the years, they've collaborated with esteemed artists such as João Donato and Vanessa Moreno, and have graced international stages, including the North Sea Jazz Festival. Their innovative approach continues to honor and expand Brazil's rich musical heritage. ([instrumentalsescbrasil.org.br](https://www.instrumentalsescbrasil.org.br/artistas/projeto-coisa-fina?utm_source=openai))