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Ismael Arroyo, saxophonist from Extremadura and born in Madrid, is considered one of the most outstanding young saxophonists in the world (Jesús Torres, 2012 National Music Award).
He redefines the codes of classical music in the 21st century by combining virtuosity, sensitivity, and innovation.
His academic path includes studies with leading masters: at the Conservatorio Superior de Música de Castilla y León with Pablo Sánchez-Escariche and Ángel Soria, at the UdK Berlin with the Artemis Quartett, and at the ESMUC Barcelona with Mariano García.
This solid foundation enabled him to develop a refined technique and deep mastery of the classical and contemporary repertoire.
Ismael has performed as a soloist with prestigious ensembles such as:
➤ Banda Federal de Extremadura
➤ COSCyL String Orchestra
➤ Symphonic Orchestras of Cáceres and Badajoz provinces
He has also collaborated with:
➤ Orquestra Simfònica de Barcelona i Nacional de Catalunya (OBC)
➤ Orquesta Freixenet
And participated in major festivals:
➤ Mixtur (Barcelona)
➤ Ensems (Valencia)
➤ Encuentro de Música y Academia (Santander)
Internationally, he has performed in renowned venues such as:
➤ Berliner Philharmonie (Germany)
➤ Croatian National Theatre (Croatia)
➤ Musikteatret Holstebro (Denmark)
➤ Academy of Music in GdaÅ„sk (Poland)
➤ Fundación Juan March (Madrid)
➤ CentroCentro Palacio de Cibeles (Madrid)
➤ Auditori (Barcelona)
➤ Lienzo Norte (Ávila)
➤ Sala Luis Galve (Zaragoza)
➤ Palacio de Festivales (Cantabria)
➤ Teatro de la Maestranza (Seville)
He has refined his artistry with renowned masters such as:
➤ Vincent David
➤ Miha Rogina
➤ Valentine Michaud
➤ Alexandre Doisy
➤ Marie-Bernadette Charrier
➤ Antonio García Jorge
➤ Marcus Weiss
As a chamber musician, he is a founding member of the Synthèse Quartet for more than 7 years, guided by the Artemis Quartett (Vineta Sareika, Gregor Sigl, Eckart Runge) and other artists such as Johanna Staemmler (Armida Quartett), Brenno Ambrosini, Marc Oliú, Tim Vogler (Vogler Quartett), Avri Levitan, and Angelika Merkle.
Competitions and Awards
Winner of over 30 national and international prizes, Ismael has received:
➤ 1st Prize – Léopold Bellan International Competition (Paris)
➤ 1st Prize – Alice Samter Chamber Music Competition (Berlin)
➤ 1st Prize – Liceu Sax Festival (Barcelona)
➤ 1st Prize – Cambra Romànica International Competition (Andorra)
➤ 1st Prize – Juventudes Musicales de España Competition
➤ Distinctions – MEDICI International Music Competition, Pedro Bote, Sax Point, Gran Canaria International Competition
Contemporary Creation
Deeply involved in contemporary music, Ismael has commissioned and premiered several new works, including:
➤ Silentium Amoris for soprano saxophone and piano (Jesús Torres)
➤ Don’t You Know Yet? It Is Your Light That Lights the World for saxophone quartet (Jorge Grundman)
➤ Sonata for alto saxophone and piano, Op. 61 (David Cantalejo)
As a recognized artist, he has received prestigious scholarships from:
➤ YEHUDI MENUHIN Live Music Now
➤ Ad Infinitum
➤ Hindemith Foundation
➤ AIE
His artistic activity is regularly broadcast on RTVE, and he is frequently invited to concert series such as Música Actual, Hojas de Álbum, Alternativas de Cámara, Siempre Jóvenes, and Creando Futuros.
