Guntis Kuzma

Guntis Kuzma is an Associate Professor in the Department of Wind Instruments at the Jāzeps Vītols Latvian Academy of Music. He holds dual roles as Principal Clarinet Player of the Latvian National Symphony Orchestra (since 2008) and Sinfonietta Rīga Chamber Orchestra (since 2007). His professional development includes studies under Professor Sigurds Circenis, masterclasses with Eduard Brunner and Bruno di Girolamo, and advanced training at the Stockholm Royal Academy of Music with Kjell-Inge Stevenson.

Education highlights include:

• Bachelor's in Clarinet Performance from the Latvian Academy of Music
• Masterclass training with prominent clarinetists
• Conducting studies under Andris Vecumnieks

His artistic focus revolves around contemporary music, with significant contributions to premieres such as Alvils Altmanis' Concertino for Clarinet and String Orchestra (2005) and Mārīte Dombrovska's Concerto for Clarinet with Orchestra. He maintains active performance schedules as both soloist and ensemble member across Europe and North America.

Honors include top prizes in major international competitions, reflecting his mastery of clarinet technique and interpretation of modern repertoire.