FAQs
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Yes. I do. I attend workshops and guitar festivals every year. Moreover, I have 3 university degrees in guitar performance: DMA, MM, BM. A MM in orchestral conducting, a DSM (Doctorate of Sacred Music) and 4 of the 5 certifications that the American Guild of Organists awards. I'm also doing a certification in therapeutic music.
- How did you get started doing this type of work?
I love music and it's the channel through which I fulfill my purpose and dreams. At a young age music fascinated me and I sang in choirs, played the piano and the guitar, but I chose the guitar because it's the sound that I love most, plus it's a sound that gets to the heart of people, as many have told me.
- What types of customers have you worked with?
MUSICAL SERVICES 1) Professional Guitarist: a) Classical music recitals and concerts. With more than 20 years performing professionally, my repertoire includes standard European music, concertos for guitar and orchestra, Spanish music, Latin-American music, Dominican music, original compositions and arrangements, Asian music, Flamenco and sacred Christian music. b) Weddings and Receptions: One of the most sought-after guitarists in Virginia, the DC metropolitan area and Maryland, featuring the most cherished songs and compositions for weddings and receptions. I can arrange the music that you love, if it's not in my repertoire. c) Sacred music recitals for churches: Masterful guitar arrangements of sacred music and treasured Christian hymns. d) Private and corporate parties: Featuring some of the most famous songs that add a special touch to your event. e) Studio recordings: Long experience in the recording industry. e) Commission of new compositions: Orchestra Choir Solo instruments Chamber groups Soundtracks Conducting orchestras and choirs f) Music teacher: Guitar Lessons Private guitar lessons for advanced, intermediate, and beginning students. Harmony Counterpoint Composition Music Analysis g) Organist Having four of the five American Guild of Organists' certifications, a CMC and a DSM, Rafael is a versatile organist who adds a lot of creativity to a church service, a wedding or a funeral.