Luis Rebello
Indian drummer (1970–2015)

Luis Henrique Carmo Rebello (né Rebelo; 16 July 1970 – 10 May 2015) was an Indian drummer known for his work in tiatr (theatre) productions. The son of musician and khell tiatr pioneer Mastor, he got his big break at the age of 14 in Konkani playwright Menino de Bandar's tiatr Succorina staged in the 1980s.
Early life
Luis Henrique Carmo Rebello (né Rebelo) was born on 16 July 1970, in the ward of Pequeno, Pulvaddo in Benaulim, Goa. He comes from a family with a musical background, as his father João Santana Rebelo, also known as Mastor (transl. Master), was involved in the khell tiatr circles as a musician, agriculturist, and farmer. Rebello learned drumming at an early age, receiving guidance from his father, who was proficient in drums, as well as double bass and trumpet. He grew up in a large family, having six brothers named Joaquim, Eduardo, Flavino, Antonio, Agnelo, and Pascoal, and a sister named Jesuina. His mother, Faustina Florina Rodrigues, was a homemaker from Orlim, Goa.
Career
Rebello embarked on his professional journey as a drummer, initiating his career through a collaborative effort with his uncle in a brass band. At a young age of 14, he received his first significant opportunity in the realm of music when he stepped in as a substitute drummer for his brother, Jack, who had relocated to Delhi. This debut occurred in the Konkani playwright Menino de Bandar's theatrical production titled Succorina.
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