João Gaspar

JOÃO GASPAR

Master degree in Music Education and Bachelor in Orchestral Performance by the National Academy for Orchestra, I was awarded as the Best Student in Escola Profissional Metropolitana. Pursuing the path of a complete artist, I’m devoted to teaching, conducting as well as composing.

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A HOBBY, A TALENT, AND NOW, A PROFESSION

Member of the Portuguese Air Force Band and Paxman Artist I've had the honor of sharing my solo performances with audiences far and wide. As soloist I did the European premieres of Brian Balmages’ "Pele" (2011) and Lee Actor’s "Concerto for Horn and Band" (2012), capturing those unforgettable moments on live recordings.
In 2021, I took a leap and released my debut album for Solo Horn, "Postcards" and in 2024 the second album, for Horn and Piano, “À Sombra do Cante" ("In the Shadow of Cante").
I performed with orchestras as the European Union Youth Wind Orchestra, The World Orchestra, Jovem Orquestra Portuguesa, Orquestra Sinfónica Juvenil and Estágio Orquestra Gulbenkian, working with the Orquestra Metropolitana de Lisboa, Orquestra Gulbenkian, Orquestra de Câmara Portuguesa, Orquestra de Jazz de Matosinhos, Orquestra de Câmara de Cascais e Oeiras, among many others.

TEACHING AND EDUCATING

Dedicated to the art of teaching, I'm currently sharing my expertise at Conservatório Regional de Artes do Montijo, and my passion has taken me to teach masterclasses worldwide, from Portugal to Spain, Poland, Guatemala and Brazil.

My journey has also led me to the realm of education and mentorship. I'm humbled to be known for my speeches on "Communication and Artistic Entrepreneurship" or “Career Management” and I'm creator of the renown pedagogical book "The French Horn Creative Studio".

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A CONDUCTOR'S AND AUTHOR'S JOURNEY

Stepping into the role of a conductor, I've had the privilege of guest appearances with the Orquestra Sem Fronteiras, Orquestra Clássica da Madeira, and Orquestra do Algarve. Presently, I have the honor of leading the Sociedade Filarmónica Vestiariense Wind Band.

As an author, I've penned the beloved children's book "Vila Compasso" and "Sonho de Voar," a project honoured by the National Defense Ministry.

In addition to my many arrangements for ensembles and pedagogical works, my original compositions, over fifty premiered so far, span solo instruments, ensembles, symphonic bands, and orchestras.

My journey is a melody composed of intense passion and unwavering dedication that strikes a chord with aspiring musicians and art enthusiasts worldwide.

PRESS KIT

For media inquiries, interviews, or any additional information, please explore my press kit below. I'm look forward to sharing my musical narrative with you.

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