I am Athanasios Kokkalas, a composer and conductor with a Master of Music in Theory and Composition (Film Scoring concentration) from NYU Steinhardt and a Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition. I create original scores and arrangements for film, theatre, and orchestral settings, blending Greek and American musical influences. My work spans concert pieces, film scores, and arrangements for orchestras and choirs, often in collaboration with soloists and ensembles. I also maintain an active teaching practice and lead ensembles across diverse cultural contexts. Based in Venice, Florida, I direct music programs, ensembles, and school bands, while teaching theory and ear training. My international teaching experience includes programs in Larisa and Trikala, Greece, and leadership roles with Greek communities in New York. I enjoy mentoring students and musicians to tell stories through music that celebrate culture and collaboration.

Athanasios Kokkalas

I am Athanasios Kokkalas, a composer and conductor with a Master of Music in Theory and Composition (Film Scoring concentration) from NYU Steinhardt and a Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition. I create original scores and arrangements for film, theatre, and orchestral settings, blending Greek and American musical influences. My work spans concert pieces, film scores, and arrangements for orchestras and choirs, often in collaboration with soloists and ensembles. I also maintain an active teaching practice and lead ensembles across diverse cultural contexts. Based in Venice, Florida, I direct music programs, ensembles, and school bands, while teaching theory and ear training. My international teaching experience includes programs in Larisa and Trikala, Greece, and leadership roles with Greek communities in New York. I enjoy mentoring students and musicians to tell stories through music that celebrate culture and collaboration.

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I am Athanasios Kokkalas, a composer and conductor with a Master of Music in Theory and Composition (Film Scoring concentration) from NYU Steinhardt and a Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition. I create original scores and arrangements for film, theatre, and orchestral settings, blending Greek and American musical influences. My work spans concert pieces, film scores, and arrangements for orchestras and choirs, often in collaboration with soloists and ensembles. I also maintain an active teaching practice and lead ensembles across diverse cultural contexts.

Based in Venice, Florida, I direct music programs, ensembles, and school bands, while teaching theory and ear training. My international teaching experience includes programs in Larisa and Trikala, Greece, and leadership roles with Greek communities in New York. I enjoy mentoring students and musicians to tell stories through music that celebrate culture and collaboration.

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Experience Level

Language

Greek, Modern
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Music/Band Director at Epiphany Cathedral School
January 1, 2021 - Present
Music teacher for grades PreK-8; Director of the School Band and choir. Developed the choir and the program to participate in significant liturgical celebrations and competitions.
Orchestra Director at Westchester County Greek Youth Orchestra
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2021
Founder and Orchestra Director, composed and arranged music for the orchestra and soloists. The season included four concerts with a repertoire blending Greek and American influences.
Choir Director at ZP Church in NY
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2019
Conductor and Organist of the Adult and Junior Choir for all church services and events. Coordinated weekly rehearsals and performances, and developed the Junior Choir’s interpretation and expression.
Teacher of Theory, Ear Training, Dictation, Harmony, Counterpoint and Fugue at Contemporary Conservatory of Larisa
January 1, 2002 - January 1, 2005
International teaching experience; prepared students for university entry as music majors; directed the school’s orchestra.
Teacher of Fugue, Counterpoint, and Music History at Aristotelian Conservatory of Trikala
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2005
International teaching experience; directed the school’s Youth Choir.

Education

Master of Music in Theory and Composition (Film Scoring concentration) at New York University Steinhardt
January 11, 2030 - April 19, 2026
Bachelor of Music in Theory and Composition at The Manhattan School of Music
January 11, 2030 - April 19, 2026
Diploma of Music in Composition, Fugue & Counterpoint; Instrumentation of Wind and Brass; Harmony at The State Conservatory of Music in Greece
January 11, 2030 - April 19, 2026

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education