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Daniel Valerón Falcón, a young Spanish saxophonist born in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, stands out for his expressive playing, artistic versatility, and technical excellence.
At only 18 years old, he already possesses advanced musical training and solid international stage experience.
Education and Degrees
Daniel is currently pursuing a Grado Superior in Music, specializing in saxophone, at the Real Conservatorio Superior de Música “Victoria Eugenia” in Granada (2023–2025).
Previously, he completed his Grado Profesional de Música at the Conservatorio Profesional de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, where he distinguished himself with outstanding work and received several honors.
Awards and Distinctions
Despite his young age, Daniel has won numerous national and international prizes:
➤ 1st Prize – RCSM “Victoria Eugenia” Soloists Competition (Granada)
➤ 1st Prize – Aguere International Saxophone Festival Competition 2024
➤ 2nd Absolute Prize & Audience Award – International Young Performers Competition of Gran Canaria
➤ 2nd Prize – International Saxophone Competition of Teror 2021 (Junior Category)
➤ 2nd Prize – Talentos Gran Canaria Joven 2024
➤ 2nd Prize – Regional Phase of the 21st Intercentros Melómano (Canary Islands)
➤ Finalist – Gran Canaria Sax Competition 2023 (Open Category)
Masterclasses and Training
Daniel has attended masterclasses with renowned saxophonists, including:
➤ Misato Hanawa
➤ Elisa Urrestarazu
➤ David Pons
➤ Vincent David
➤ Mariano García
➤ Arno Bornkamp
➤ Asya Fateyeva
➤ Claude Delangle
➤ Kenneth Tse
➤ Jérôme Laran
➤ Guillaume Berceau
➤ Simon Diricq
He has also taken part in major international festivals and congresses:
➤ Andorra Sax Fest 2023 (Youth Competition)
➤ Granada Sax Event 2024
➤ 19th World Saxophone Congress (Gran Canaria)
➤ International Saxophone Festival of Villa de Teror
Solo Career and Collaborations
As a soloist, Daniel has performed with:
➤ Gran Canaria Wind Orchestra
➤ Banda Sinfónica de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
➤ Aguere Chamber Orchestra, performing Jacques Ibert’s Concertino da Camera in an award-winning recording
He also collaborates with:
➤ Banda de la Unidad del Mando Aéreo de Canarias
➤ Joven Orquesta de Gran Canaria
➤ Inegale Joven Orquesta
➤ Orquesta de la Universidad de Granada
Projects and Recordings
➤ “Fusiones Sonoras” Recital (2023): a 65-minute program for saxophone and piano, performed with Daniel Barbosa Bustos and the Equitem Sax Quartet
➤ Professional recordings: participation in live productions and digital albums, notably at the Aguere Music Festival
