Ángela Varo

Ángela Varo Moreno is an Andalusian violinist, composer, producer, and educator whose music is a vibrant fusion of jazz and flamenco, deeply rooted in the rich cultural heritage of her region. Recognized for her exceptional talent, Ángela was awarded a full scholarship to Berklee College of Music, where she completed a double degree in contemporary writing and production, and jazz performance, as well as a minor in jazz composition, all graduating with the highest honors. She later earned her Master of Arts in Jazz Performance from the prestigious Berklee Global Jazz Institute.

Her career has led her to perform at prestigious venues such as Chicago Symphony Hall alongside Danilo Perez, Brian Blade, and John Patitucci. As a violinist for the Grammy-nominated band Danilo Perez’s Global Jazz Messengers, Ángela continues to make her mark on the global music scene. She actively collaborates with renowned artists such as Javier Limón and Califato 3/4,Lole Montoya and Ángeles Toledano further enriching her musical journey.

Ángela's dedication to her craft extends beyond performance. She has developed her skills under the guidance of renowned educators such as Danilo Pérez, Joe Lovano, John Patitucci, Terri Lyne Carrington, and George Garzone. Her master’s thesis, Perpeñí (Bridge), explores the music of the Roma ethnic spectrum, reflecting her own heritage and her mission to bridge the gap between traditional music and modern innovation.

Currently, Ángela is a semi-finalist in the 2024 Next Jazz Legacy competition and is preparing for the release of her debut album, Dançâ del Aire (Dances of the Air). This album is a tribute to the interconnectedness of cultures and the migratory experiences that shape them, drawing from the rich Andalusian heritage, global jazz and flamenco and personal stories of her family and community.

Dançâ del Aire, a project co-produced with Isaac Romagosa Torrallardona and presented by the lable Habitable Records, is a call for peace and respect for Andalusian heritage cultural traditions, from a global perspective. The album embodies the essence of Ángela’s journey as an Andalusian woman, celebrating the dance of air that becomes the wind—symbolizing the movement and transformation of life itself.

Awards

• Next Jazz Legacy Semi-Finalist, 2024
• Liesenfeld-Global Jazz Endowed Grant, 2024
• Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation Scholarship, 2022
• Berklee Global Jazz Institute Full Tuition Scholarship, 2022
• AIE Jazz Instrumentalists Scholarship, 2021
• Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation Scholarship, 2021
• Latin Grammy Cultural Foundation Scholarship, 2020
• Berklee Full Tuition Worldwide Scholarship, 2019
• SGAE Young Composers Scholarship, 2019
• Foundation Caja Rural de Baena - Recognition for Cultural Influence, 2019
• Youngest Winner of the String Competition Bodegas Ramón Bilbao, 2019
• 7Virtual Jazz Contest Semi-Finalist with Quintet Litha, 2019

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