Maestro Josinho

Josinho D'Souza (; né Souza; 15 July 1941 – 8 May 2017), known professionally as Maestro Josinho, was an Indian saxophonist and playwright who worked on the Konkani stage. Described by The Navhind Times as a leading saxophonist in tiatrs, D'Souza is regarded as one of the stalwarts of the Konkani stage. Throughout his career spanning over five decades, his music has been featured in approximately 3000 tiatrs and 250 audio cassettes.

Early life Josinho D'Souza, originally named Josinho Souza, was born on 15 July 1941, in Velim, Goa, which was then part of Portuguese India under the Portuguese Empire. His parents were Caetano Piedade Souza, a musician, and Luizinha Filomena Luis. Growing up in Zaino-Velim, D'Souza developed a deep passion for music from an early age. During the golden phase of tiatr (1961–1970s), he played a pivotal role in establishing the AVC Pops, a prominent big band. The band's repertoire prominently featured the trumpet and saxophone.

D'Souza's involvement in the tiatr industry extended beyond live musical performances. He also made contributions in the design and operation of background music for various tiatrs. Some of the tiatrs in which he showcased his musical talents include "Patok" (Sin), "Ghatki Bhoinn" (Traitor Sister), "Sucorina", "Duddu ani Ginean" (Money and Sense), "Sonvsarant Astana Diat", and "Ostori" (Woman). Furthermore, he lent his musical expertise to approximately 230 audio cassettes. Beyond his work as a musician, D'Souza also made contributions as a playwright, having written three tiatrs: "Mai Paiche Dekhik Lagon", "Angovnnecho Put", and "Toddoki Pai".

D'Souza, during an interview in Bombay (now Mumbai), crossed paths with Domingos Santano Rodrigues, professionally known as Dominic de Arambol, when he made his journey back to Goa from Bombay in 1989 after the passing of his father. The interview brought together approximately 72 musicians from various parts of India for an audition. Out of this group, only 13 individuals, including Rodrigues, were chosen for further opportunities.

In subsequent years, D'Souza and Rodrigues collaborated on numerous musical performances, making contributions to the field of music. Their combined efforts resulted in the creation of nearly 250 audio cassettes. However, the duo eventually decided to go their separate ways. Rodrigues then joined Menino de Bandar's troupe, where he performed for a decade. Subsequently, he became a member of Prince Jacob's troupe, where he showcased his talent for 10 years and 4 months. The Tiatr Academy of Goa (TAG), representing the community of tiatr artists and enthusiasts, expressed its condolences and heartfelt sympathies to the family. 1984 Sucorina Musician 2003 Rater Musician 2007 Goodbye London Musician

Hi Maim Konnachi Musician Hevui Chukik Bhogsonnem Nam Musician Hevui Chukik Bhogsonnem Assa – Part II Musician Angovnnecho Put Writer, director & musician Toddoki Pai Writer, director & musician 2010 Patok Musician Select discography Albums Classic Goa: Hits of the Millennium (1999) Aguad Jeilik Burak (2001) Ek Uzvadd Tum (2006) Mhozo Anvddo (2007) Pelo Ophelia Dennem

Audio cassettes Goinchi Girestkai (2004) Diana

VCDs Khorem Bhangar (2004) Duets of C. Alvares (posthumously; 2019)