Carlos Carrillo

Carlos Carrillo is an Associate Professor of Composition-Theory at the School of Music, University of Illinois. He holds a BM from the Eastman School of Music, MM from Yale University, and PhD from the University of Pennsylvania. His work focuses on contemporary classical music composition and theory, with commissions from institutions like the American Composers Orchestra and BMI Foundation. His music has been performed by orchestras including the Puerto Rico Symphony and the New York Youth Symphony.

Education:

• BM, Eastman School of Music
• MM, Yale University
• PhD, University of Pennsylvania

Research/Compositions: Specializes in orchestral and chamber music, with notable works such as Cantares and collaborations with ensembles like Sequitur and the Da Capo Chamber Players. Themes emphasize cultural fusion and innovative structures.

Awards:

• Bearns Prize
• Charles Ives Scholarship
• Aaron Copland Award
• Van Lier Fellowship
• Civitella Ranieri Fellowship

Other Roles: Taught at DePauw University, Reed College, and the Conservatory of Music in San Juan.曾 served as Musical Director of the Wabash Valley Youth Symphony (2007-2009). Participated in the John Duffy Composers Institute and the American Composers Orchestra’s Sonido de las Americas Festival.