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Luis González Garrido – Passionate Saxophonist and Performer
Luis González Garrido is a sensitive, expressive, and energetic Spanish saxophonist, whose performances are as touching for their artistic quality as for their connection with the audience. Based in Paris but originally from Utrera (Spain), he is driven by a constant musical curiosity, which leads him to explore numerous repertoires, from classical to flamenco, including contemporary music.
"He possesses great technical mastery of his instrument and great musical flexibility."
— Vincent David
A rich and eclectic artistic approach
Luis is committed to contemporary music, collaborating with composers such as Félix Ibarrondo, Carmen Verdú, and Orlando Bass. He is also passionate about transcriptions, which he sees as a way to introduce new repertoires to the world of the saxophone. Finally, his Andalusian roots naturally connect him to flamenco, a style in which he has excelled since a very young age.
"He possesses a remarkable sound, a capacity for deep expression, and a high level of interpretation." »
—Carmen Verdú
Season 2023/2024 – Major projects
➤ September 30: Debut at the Palau de la Música Catalana (Barcelona).
➤ December 9: Recital at the 19th World Saxophone Congress (Gran Canaria).
➤ March 3 (his birthday): Soloist with the Municipal Orchestra of Amorebieta-Etxano (Basque Country).
➤ Creation of a new project with accordionist Pavel Efremov (France and Germany).
➤ Carte Blanche at the Collège d’Espagne in Paris: in trio with Joë Christophe (clarinet) and Nadja Dornik (harp); in sonata with Orlando Bass (piano).
➤ Premiere of an original work for solo alto saxophone by José del Valle.
"A refined, attentive musician, always in search of the most accurate musical expression." »
— Caroline Esposito
Awards and Recognition
The previous season was marked by competition successes:
➤ 1st Prize in Musical Interpretation from INAEM and the Collège d'Espagne in Paris.
➤ 1st Prize at the 3rd International Saxophone Competition of Gran Canaria.
➤ More than 9 first prizes won since his debut.
These distinctions paved the way for him to record his first CD and tour as a laureate.
International Stage Presence
He has performed in iconic venues such as:
➤ Palau de la Música Catalana (Barcelona).
➤ Petit Palais – Museum of Fine Arts of Paris.
➤ Centre Pompidou – Paris.
And at renowned festivals:
➤ AlpenClassica Fest (Italy).
➤ GalaFest (Córdoba).
➤ European Festival of Young Talents (France).
Training and Influences
He studied saxophone, chamber music, and musicology at renowned conservatories:
➤ Musikene (Spain).
➤ CNSMD of Paris (France).
➤ Royal Conservatory of Brussels (Belgium).
He is currently pursuing further training in musical composition and jazz saxophone in Paris.
Partnerships artistic
Luis González Garrido is a Henri Selmer Paris artist and JLV Sound ambassador.
