I'm a professional musician with emphasis in oboe, guitar player, singer and different contexts. Educator with experience as a theory, instrument, orchestral musician and teacher in diferent programs. I work well in collaborative settings and thrive in ensembles that challenge me to grow as a player and teacher. I have performed with national-level orchestras and youth programs across Colombia, focusing on performance, theory instruction, and mentoring young musicians. I enjoy sharing my passion for music, instruments and helping students develop solid technique and musical understanding.

Fabián Leonardo Zárate Millán

I'm a professional musician with emphasis in oboe, guitar player, singer and different contexts. Educator with experience as a theory, instrument, orchestral musician and teacher in diferent programs. I work well in collaborative settings and thrive in ensembles that challenge me to grow as a player and teacher. I have performed with national-level orchestras and youth programs across Colombia, focusing on performance, theory instruction, and mentoring young musicians. I enjoy sharing my passion for music, instruments and helping students develop solid technique and musical understanding.

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I’m a professional musician with emphasis in oboe, guitar player, singer and different contexts. Educator with experience as a theory, instrument, orchestral musician and teacher in diferent programs. I work well in collaborative settings and thrive in ensembles that challenge me to grow as a player and teacher.

I have performed with national-level orchestras and youth programs across Colombia, focusing on performance, theory instruction, and mentoring young musicians. I enjoy sharing my passion for music, instruments and helping students develop solid technique and musical understanding.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Oboist (Permanent Member) at Cali Philharmonic Orchestra
January 1, 2025 - Present
Permanent member of the oboe section, performing standard repertoire, chamber works, and contributing to the woodwind section through rehearsals and performances.
Oboist at Colombia National Symphonic Orchestra
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Temporary musician (Oboe) performing in national-level symphonic programs; participated in rehearsals and concerts.
Musician (Oboe) at Bogotá Youth Symphonic Band
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Musician (Oboe) in a youth symphonic band; performed in concerts and educational outreach.
Oboe Teacher and Music Theory Teacher at Nobsa Symphonic Program
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Oboe and music theory instruction for students; contributed to program development and student performance.
Oboe Teacher at Paipa Youth Symphonic Band
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021
Oboe instruction for youth ensemble participation.
Oboe Performance (Oboe) / Musician at Cundinamarca Youth Symphonic Band
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Oboe performance in youth band projects; rehearsals and performances.
Oboe Teacher at Soacha’s Symphonic Band
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Oboe instruction for school and community ensembles.
Oboe - Permanent Member at Cali Philharmonic Orchestra
January 1, 2025 - Present
Permanent member of the oboe section, performing standard orchestral repertoire, collaborating with conductors and colleagues, and contributing to auditions, rehearsals, and concerts.
Oboe - Temporary Musician at Colombia National Symphonic Orchestra
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Oboe player for national symphonic projects; performed in wind sections and contributed to orchestral programs.
Oboe - Musician at Bogotá Youth Symphonic Band
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2023
Oboe player in a youth symphonic ensemble, participating in performances and educational activities.
Oboe - Musician at Cundinamarca Youth Symphonic Band
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Oboe musician.

Education

Master in Musical Investigation at Universidad Internacional de Valencia – Valencia
January 1, 2025 - January 13, 2026
Bachelor-level University Studies in Music at Universidad Nacional de Colombia – Bogotá D.C.
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023
Preparatory Studies at Universidad Nacional de Colombia – Bogotá D.C.
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Preparatory Studies at Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas – Bogotá D.C.
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014
Master in Musical Investigation at Universidad Internacional de Valencia
January 1, 2025 - January 14, 2026
Bachelor's degree in Music at Universidad Nacional de Colombia
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2023
Preparatory Studies at Universidad Nacional de Colombia
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2016
Preparatory Studies at Universidad Distrital Francisco José de Caldas
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2014

Qualifications

II National Oboe Academy
January 1, 2018 - January 13, 2026
III National Oboe Academy
January 1, 2017 - January 13, 2026
I National Oboe Academy
January 1, 2016 - January 13, 2026
National Oboists Laboratory
January 1, 2015 - January 13, 2026
132nd International Symphonic Band Contest – 2nd Prize
January 1, 2018 - January 13, 2026
United Nations Organization 69th Anniversary Performance – New York
January 1, 2014 - January 13, 2026
International Symphonic Festival “Unidos por la Música” – Caracas
January 1, 2013 - January 13, 2026
Highest Award from Dios Varón
January 1, 2018 - January 14, 2026
II National Oboe Academy
January 1, 2018 - January 14, 2026
2nd Prize, 132nd International Symphonic Band Contest “Ciudad de Valencia”
January 1, 2018 - January 14, 2026
III National Oboe Academy
January 1, 2017 - January 14, 2026
I National Oboe Academy
January 1, 2016 - January 14, 2026
National Oboists Laboratory
January 1, 2015 - January 14, 2026
United Nations Organization 69th Anniversary Performance
January 1, 2014 - January 14, 2026
International Symphonic Festival “Unidos por la Música”
January 1, 2013 - January 14, 2026
III National Oboists Meeting
January 1, 2014 - January 14, 2026
II National Oboists Meeting
January 1, 2012 - January 14, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Other