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Gabriel Ruiz-Bernal, one of the most active pianists in the Washington metropolitan area. He presents numerous performances as a soloist and as a collaborative pianist. His style extends from the traditional classical piano repertory to jazz. Gabriel is also a sought after accompanist in the Washington area.
· Doctor of Philosophy “Sobresaliente Cum Laude” Universidad Hispalense de Sevilla, Spain. · Masters Degree: Shenandoah Conservatory in Winchester, Virginia. GPA 4.98 · Bachelor Degree (triple major) and Diploma of Professor with First Prize: Conservatory Superior de Málaga. · Additional studies at Yale University since 2005.
A faculty member of the Levine School of Music, his studio is located at the Music Center at Strathmore. Gabriel is also a well known liturgical musician, working for several churches in the Washington metropolitan area such as Berwyn Presbyterian, St. Andrew’s Catholic, Immaculate Conception and now also St. Matthew’s Cathedral. Gabriel was the official pianist of Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to Washington, and performing at the Papal Mass celebrated at Nationals Park Stadium on April 17 2008.
His home studio is located in College Park. To schedule an interview, go to the tab “Studio” and contact Gabriel to talk about your goals and expectations.
Gabriel has released two CDs. “Live at Armstrong Concert Hall” features a vibrant piano recital recorded in front of a live audience. “Piano Favorites” reflects a taste of the concert program presented in recital during 2007. Both CDs are available for sale through the independent record distributor CD Baby, and they are also available for download both at CD Baby and also at iTunes.
For more information about these CDs visit the tab “Recordings”. |
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