
Session sax, pro keyboards, vocal layers, and custom arrangements — all in one place, with heart and precision.
Hi! I'm Marcus Vinicius de Freitas — a professional saxophonist, arranger, and composer with over 20 years of experience in live and studio music.
I specialize in creating emotionally expressive tracks using real instruments — including saxophones (alto & tenor), keyboards, and backing vocals. I also deliver custom arrangements for vocals, brass, strings, a cappella groups, and contemporary bands.
My musical background blends academic training with deep roots in gospel, jazz, pop, worship, lo-fi, and cinematic music. Whether you're an artist looking for a heartfelt solo, a producer needing tight vocal stacks, or a team building a larger arrangement — I can help bring your sound to life.
🎧 What I offer:
Studio-quality saxophone recordings (improvised or written)
Expressive keyboard/piano tracks
Harmonic recordings
Layered backing vocals (male harmonies or solo)
Arrangements for strings, brass, choirs, or full bands
A cappella group arrangements
Jingles and original music
I deliver clean WAV files, fast communication, and musicality tailored to your project.
Let’s make something powerful and meaningful together — with music that breathes. 🎶
Would love to hear from you. Click the contact button above to get in touch.
Languages
- English
- Hebrew
- Portuguese
- Spanish
Interview with Marcus Freitas
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I arranged and produced the main theme for the short film "Hagar e o Deus que vê" (Hagar and the God Who Sees), a cinematic and deeply emotional piece that underscores the story’s themes of pain, resilience, and divine presence. I was responsible for the full musical direction — composing the theme, arranging orchestra and piano and a vocal duet, and overseeing the entire soundtrack. It was an honor to help translate such a powerful message into music that moved the audience and honored the story's heart.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Currently working on sax and vocal for my own music, arranging strings for a concert I'm producing and composing for my solo album.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I’m new here, but I look forward to connecting with great talents and building a trusted circle.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital — for flexibility, efficiency, and access. But I aim for analog warmth through real instruments and expressive performance.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: To listen first, communicate clearly, and deliver something that truly enhances your song. I treat every project as if it were my own.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Helping artists turn their vision into something real and moving. I love that I get to serve people emotionally through music.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: “Can you match this vibe/style/reference?”Yes, I love working with references — they help me match tone, emotion, and energy. But I also bring my own creativity to deliver something unique and inspiring.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That it’s just “playing notes.” What I do is interpret, shape, and elevate — with taste, nuance, and intention. It’s musical storytelling, not just execution.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: What’s the mood and message of your song? What role should my part play — lead, support, texture? Do you have references or a guide track?
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Be clear about your vision — even if it's just a vibe or reference track. The more I understand what you want emotionally and musically, the better I can deliver.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My Yamaha Alto saxophone AKG D5 Microphone Audio interface (Focusrite Scarlett) MacBook with Logic Pro X My MIDI controller for arrangement and composition
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I studied saxophone at college and earned a Master's in Music. I’ve taught at the university level, played in churches and jazz groups, arranged for vocals, choirs, bands and orchestra, besides working with artists as a producer, composer, and session player.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Organic, expressive, and melodic. My work focuses on musicality, dynamics, and emotional storytelling.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Roupa Nova — they're my favorite band, because of their creativity, musical depth, and willingness to explore their own identity. I'd love to contribute sax or harmonica to one of their wonderful arrangements.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Always leave space for the music to breathe. Silence, subtlety, and restraint are just as powerful as dense layers.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Gospel, worship, pop, jazz, a cappella and Brazilian music. I enjoy working across genres that call for real emotion and organic sound.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Arranging. I can visualize the full musical landscape and bring coherence and depth to any track — through melody, harmony, and tone.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Emotion, clarity, and musical purpose. I aim to make every note count — whether it's a soulful sax solo, rich vocal harmony, keyboards or string texture. My goal is always to serve the song, not overplay.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I start by listening carefully to the client's reference and goals. Then, I either compose or record based on that vision — whether it's sax, backing vocals, keys, or a full arrangement. I always send a preview first and adjust if needed. Once approved, I send the final high-quality files.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I've had a home studio in which I can practically record everything that I usually need most: Roland Eletronic Drums, Kurzweil Piano, Arturia Lab Keyboard Controller (and lots of sounds at my disposal), a Tagima Guitar, a Yamaha Alto Saxophone, a Spectra II Soprano Saxophone, an AKG Microfone, a Melodica and some percussive acessories. As a DAW, I've used Logic Pro. And, whenever I need to record bigger groups or something like choir or drums, I've had some partnerships with big studios in my hometown and musicians in whom I trust.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Roupa Nova, Djavan, Joshua Redman, Eric Marienthal, Anthony Evans, João Alexandre, Pedro Valença, Vocal Livre, Leonardo Gonçalves, Hillsong United, Eli Soares
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Instruments recording, backing vocals, vocal kits for groups and arranging.

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- Roupa Nova
- Djavan
- Sovereign Grace Music
- Yamaha Alto Sax
- Spectra II Soprano Sax
- AKG D5
- Presonus Audio Box
- Logic Pro X
- Arturia Lab / MIDI controller
- Kurzweil Eletronic Piano
- Roland Eletronic Drums
- Tagima Guitar
- Melodica