BIO

Eric Alterman is a Tropi-Cascadia troubadour whose heartfelt songwriting explores nature, love, dreams, and existence, rooted in a deep sense of the places he has called home. Grounded in guitar and cello, his distinctive sound blends folk and Americana with Brazilian influences, shaped by his years living in Rio de Janeiro.

Onstage, he is joined by a rotating ensemble (drums, bass, percussion, trumpet, and violin) that blends folk and jazz improvisation with Brazilian-inspired grooves, performing sets that range from intimate storytelling to full-band peaks. His debut album, Traveling Days and the Universe Parade, is set for release in summer 2026. Recent performance highlights include a featured show at Portland’s The Artichoke and a performance at the Oregon Country Fair (2025).

A recent arrival in the folk scene, Alterman brings a life steeped in professional music. As a cellist, he has performed with symphony orchestras for 15 years, from Rio de Janeiro to Portland, and is a longtime member of Oregon’s Delgani String Quartet. Raised in the musical melting pot of New York City, his wide-ranging path remains a constant thread running through his songwriting.