Nina Becker | |
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 Becker performing with Orquestra Imperial (Mexico City, 2008) | |
| Born | Nina Becker Nunes 21 July 1974 (age 50) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil |
| Occupation | singer |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Musical career | |
| Genres | MPB |
Nina Becker Nunes (born 21 July 1974) is a Brazilian singer-songwriter.
Born in Rio de Janeiro, Becker is the stepdaughter of conductor Roberto Gnattali and the nephew of composer Radamés Gnattali. [1] She studied graphic design, and before starting her musical career she worked as set designer and art director. [1] [2]
In 2002, Becker began performing as a singer with Orquestra Imperial, and in 2004 she started a parallel solo live career, also taking part to the musical projects, notably 3NaMassa. [1] In 2009, she received the APCA Award for best singer. [1] She made her record debut in 2010, with the albums Azul and Vermelho. [1] [3]
Becker is married to Marcelo Callado, the bassist of the band Do Amor, with whom in 2012 she released the collaboration album Gambito Budapeste. [1] [2] She is also a stylist. [1] [2]
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