Rafael Bittencourt --- Rafael Bittencourt is a Brazilian guitar player with singular sensibility, technique and style. In 1991, he founded the world-wide famous band Angra. One of the first symphonic-metal bands which has been influencing many other groups for the past 22 years of its existence. Combining ethnic groves and his classical background, he is still very active with the band, writing most of Angra's tunes, lyrics and concepts. Angra's debut album "Angels Cry" reached gold record in Japan and has lead the band to a history of great success in many other countries since then. Over one million records sold around the world, he has a discography of over 23 titles, including singles, CDs, EPs and DVDs. Over two decades has passed and he still influences many young musicians and players attending also as teacher, singer, arranger and music producer. In 2008 he started a side project, called "Bittencourt Project", releasing the album "Brainworms I". In 2013, Angra has released a DVD called "Angels Cry 20th Annivrsary Tour"; having Uli Jon Roth, Tarja Turunen, Fabio Lione and other great guest artists.