Andres Moran

Andres Moran is an Associate Professor of Horn and the Orchestral Director at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point College of Fine Arts. He directs the UWSP Symphony Orchestra and serves as artist/teacher of horn, while also leading community initiatives like the Carnegie Hall Link Up concerts.

• Education
• Doctor of Music (DM) in Instrumental Conducting, Indiana University
• Master of Music (MM) in Orchestral Conducting, Southern Methodist University
• Master of Music (MM) in Horn Performance, Southern Methodist University
• Bachelor of Music (BM) in Music Education, New Mexico State University

Moran specializes in orchestral conducting, horn pedagogy, and youth music education, with extensive experience in arts administration and community engagement. His work focuses on expanding access to classical music through education programs and youth orchestras.

Professional Achievements

• Resident Conductor, El Paso Symphony Orchestra (2009-2016)
• Music Director/General Manager, El Paso Symphony Youth Orchestras
• Guest Conductor for Detroit Symphony Civic Youth Orchestra
• Principal Horn, Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra

Honors

• Finalist, International Horn Society’s Solo Horn Competition (1999, 2000)

Community & Professional Affiliations

• Board Member, Central Wisconsin Symphony Orchestra
• Wisconsin Area Representative, International Horn Society
• Member, League of American Orchestras Conductors Guild
• Member, Pi Kappa Lambda