Alejandro Rutty
Education
Ph.D. in Composition, State University of New York at Buffalo, 2001
MM in Conducting at The University of New Mexico, 1996
Licenciado in Composition, Universidad Católica Argentina, 1991
Licenciado in Orchestral Conducting, Universidad Católica Argentina, 1990
Licenciado in Choral Conducting, Universidad Católica Argentina 1990
Biography
Composer and bassist Alejandro Rutty is best-known for his distinctive mix of South American styles, lyrical melodies, meticulous rhythmic detail, and exotic textures. His recent output includes solos, duos, trios and quartets for extended-range electric bass, which he performs by himself or with other bassists.
Rutty’s compositions and arrangements have been performed by the Minnesota Symphony Orchestra, Boston Modern Orchestra Project, Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra, National Symphony Orchestra of Argentina, National Symphony Orchestra of Brazil, Montevideo Philharmonic, Porto Alegre Symphony Orchestra and numerous chamber ensembles. Recordings of his music have been released by Navona, Capstone, Albany, Arizona University Recordings, and other labels.
Subjects Taught
- Music Composition
- Orchestration
- New Music Ensemble – Present~Continuous
- Audiovisual Demo Production for Musicians
Scholarly Creative/Research Activity
Composer, performer, arranger