Errico Cutolo’s story starts in Ottaviano, Italy, on October 5, 1995, where music became his soul. Armed with a Classical diploma from Naples’ M.A.D. School, he dove into jazz singing and composition, and he sharpened his skills with a blaze pure Campania. Early gigs in local clubs flashed his velvet voice and knack for improvisation. He absolutely set the tone for a career that would take him far. Fluent in Italian, English, and Portuguese, Errico’s linguistic talent lets him connect with crowds worldwide and makes him a global vocal force. His hustle kicked into high gear as he hit the road, ready to conquer stages and build a legacy.
Conquering Europe and Earning Cambridge Glory
Errico’s early career had him crisscrossing Europe, belting out jazz and pop in venues; they prepped the stage for his rise. In Cambridge, UK, he stole the show at local events, earning a rare Honorary award from the mayor, complete with the Cambridge City Council’s institutional symbol—a nod usually reserved for top-tier Cambridge University grads. The honor cemented his rep as a rising star. Soon after, Mexican singer Myrsa Maldonado tapped him for her tour, where Errico’s vocals added fire to her Latin grooves. These early wins, packed with grit and passion, proved he owns the best, laying the tone for his global ascent.
Jazz Mastery with Four n’ More
2015 Errico founded Four n’ More, a jazz quartet, becoming his creative playground. Alongside pianist Andrea Candela, bassist Luigi Scaccia, and drummer Salvatore Rainone, he built a sound fusing tight harmonies with loose, heartfelt improv. The band’s name—Four n’ More—nods to their groove. They tore up major jazz clubs and festivals, from Italy to farther, with Errico’s vocals leading the charge. Tracks swung from classic standards to original compositions, flashing his compositional chops and cementing the quartet’s place in the jazz scene.
Honoring Legends at La Baita del Re
Errico’s love for jazz history brightened in 2021 at La Baita del Re in Ottaviano, where he spearheaded a tribute to Charlie Parker on the icon’s 101st birthday. The self-produced festival, a labor of love, featured local heroes like Gino Giovannelli and others. Errico took the stage with international heavyweights like Logan Richardson, Dario Deidda, and Gregory Hutchinson. Three sets, each a masterclass in bebop and more, saw Errico sharing the stage with vocalists Loredana Lubrano and Silvia Manco, among others. His performance, rich with nuance and swing, paid homage to Parker’s genius, a night leaving the crowd buzzing.
Dubai Opera and the Belcanto Residency
By 2023, Errico landed in Dubai, scoring a residency at the iconic Dubai Opera for his Belcanto project. Imagine: Errico, center stage, delivering Italian arias and jazz-infused classics in a venue pure architectural blaze. Fans filmed clips of his gigs, spreading his name across social media. The residency flashed his ability to weave operatic drama with jazz spontaneity, gripping audiences night after night. His command of the stage and a voice shifting from tender to towering made Belcanto a Dubai must-see, solidifying his rep as a stunning performer.
Serenata in Jazz and Global Festivals
Errico’s 2024 was a whirlwind of killer performances. At Dubai’s Theatre of Digital Arts, he joined top-tier musicians for jazz nights with Italian romance, bossa nova, and swing. His Serenata in Jazz show reimagined classic Italian love songs, improv-heavy gems that gripped crowds to sway. Across the globe in Klaipeda, Lithuania, he teamed up with guitarist Alessandro Florio for the Klaipeda Jazz Festival, which is dedicated to big band sounds. Errico’s vocals, backed by brassy horns, lit up the stage, proving he owns any scene.
The Fridge and Côte Ouest Big Band in 2025
In 2025, Errico killed it on Dubai’s Alserkal Avenue at The Fridge, leading the Errico Cutolo Quartet for the Jazz Series’ Serenata in Jazz. Every Sunday, he dishes out nostalgia-soaked jazz, gripping listeners. Meanwhile, he’s fronting the Côte Ouest Big Band for “Sunday in New York,” a performance channeling Manhattan’s golden era with brassy flair. Errico leads a tight quartet and a sprawling big band for Dubai’s buzzing jazz scene.
Entrepreneurship and Italian Events Lab UAE
Errico is also a business dynamo. As co-founder of Italian Events Lab UAE, he’s carving out a niche for high-end entertainment in Dubai, Sicily, Puglia, and more. He leads strategic planning and artistic direction and curates events screaming Italian flair, from Amalfi Coast weddings to Florence galas. His music background fuels his hustle, letting him build partnerships with a pro’s touch. Errico’s vision drives the agency’s growth, delivering stunning events for clients, all while keeping his jazz heart at the core.
Building Empires in Portugal and Beyond
Errico’s entrepreneurial blaze ignited in Portugal, where he launched an import-export business for an Italian client in the Food & Beverage sector. He scaled it to a second office in under a year, roping in elite clients and earning a partnership stake. His work on Pizzeria Muti in Porto, backed by a Versace endorsement, caught the industry’s attention. Errico’s strategies built new markets in the UK, Portugal, and Brazil, and he managed high-stakes networking and institutional deals. His rep as a go-to for Italian entrepreneurship grew fast. He has the business savvy with a performer’s charisma to seal every deal.
LAVA Association and Campania’s Cultural Revival
Back home, Errico’s heart stays tied to Campania through the LAVA association, co-founded in 2021. The group’s debut festival in Ottaviano brought global jazz names to the region, a gutsy move stamping local culture on the map. Errico’s vision for cultural revitalization glows here. His love for jazz is fueled by a mission to lift his roots. The event, featuring artists like Logan Richardson, was a masterclass in community and creativity. It showed Errico’s knack for uniting talent and heritage in a way that gripped everyone involved.
Why Errico Cutolo Rules the Scene
Errico Cutolo’s a rare breed—singer, composer, hustler—flowing between stages and boardrooms. His voice was a mix of jazz silk and operatic power, from the Dubai Opera to international festivals. His business ventures, from Italian Events Lab to Pizzeria Muti, show a guy building empires with the same passion, a network, and a heart tied to music. Errico is definitely redefining a global artist’s path.
What’s Next for Errico
Errico’s new season stacks with gigs, from Jazz Series to Villa Çınar big band blowouts. Italian Events Lab UAE preps for bigger events with Errico steering the ship toward new stages. Whispers of a solo album float, with his jazz roots and Italian pop flair—fingers crossed!. Crooning at Dubai Opera or closing deals in Porto, Errico Cutolo’s name sparks to watch. His hustle, voice, and vision burn, and the world’s catching up.
