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Octavio Vazquez is an Instructor of Composition at the Eastman School of Music, University of Rochester. He also directs the Composition program at Nazareth University School of Music. His music has been performed globally by renowned artists and ensembles, including the American String Quartet and Silkroad Ensemble’s Cristina Pato. Vazquez holds degrees from Madrid’s Salazar Conservatory (BM), Royal Conservatory of Music (MM), Peabody Conservatory (MM), and the University of Maryland, College Park (DMA).
- Education:
- Bachelor of Music, Salazar Conservatory, Madrid
- Master of Music, Royal Conservatory of Music
- Master of Music, Peabody Conservatory
- Doctorate of Musical Arts, University of Maryland, College Park
His research focuses on composition, film music, and cross-disciplinary collaborations. His works blend rhythmic complexity with melodic depth, praised for 'profound feeling' and 'astonishing virtuosity.'
- Awards:
- I-Park Foundation Fellowship
- MacDowell Fellowship
- Virginia Center for the Creative Arts Fellowship
He has received grants from the National Endowment for the Arts, New Music USA, and others. His commissions include works for the National Spanish Radio & TV Orchestra and Galicia Symphony Orchestra. Vazquez actively performs as a pianist and conductor.
