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I am a conductor, guitarist, classical guitarist, arranger, composer, and music educator with over 20 years of experience in group music education, focusing on plucked string instruments and ensemble formation. I specialize in working with children and teenagers from socially vulnerable communities through collective music practices, developing educational methods, arranging for guitar orchestras, and leading impactful music projects.…I am a conductor, guitarist, classical guitarist, arranger, composer, and music educator with over 20 years of experience in group music education, focusing on plucked string instruments and ensemble formation. I specialize in working with children and teenagers from socially vulnerable communities through collective music practices, developing educational methods, arranging for guitar orchestras, and leading impactful music projects.

JOEL SOUZA

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I am a conductor, guitarist, classical guitarist, arranger, composer, and music educator with over 20 years of experience in group music education, focusing on plucked string instruments and ensemble formation. I specialize in working with children and teenagers from socially vulnerable communities through collective music practices, developing educational methods, arranging for guitar orchestras, and leading impactful music projects.…I am a conductor, guitarist, classical guitarist, arranger, composer, and music educator with over 20 years of experience in group music education, focusing on plucked string instruments and ensemble formation. I specialize in working with children and teenagers from socially vulnerable communities through collective music practices, developing educational methods, arranging for guitar orchestras, and leading impactful music projects.

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I am a conductor, guitarist, classical guitarist, arranger, composer, and music educator with over 20 years of experience in group music education, focusing on plucked string instruments and ensemble formation.

I specialize in working with children and teenagers from socially vulnerable communities through collective music practices, developing educational methods, arranging for guitar orchestras, and leading impactful music projects.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Expert

Language

English

Advanced

Portuguese

Fluent

Spanish; Castilian

Beginner

Work Experience

Volunteer Guitarist at Igreja de Deus no Brasil (Church of God)

December 29, 2022 - December 29, 2022

Contributed to worship services and community events for over 25 years.

Guitarist, Arranger & Producer at Quarteto de Violões Goyazes

January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2021

Co-founded the quartet; produced concerts and arrangements for multiple performances.

Guitar and Electric Guitar Instructor at CEMEPAC - Municipal Center for Arts and Culture

January 1, 2017 - November 8, 2025

Music educator for all ages; actively participates in civic, cultural, and folklore events.

Artistic Director & Conductor at Fundação Espírita Nova Vida (FENOVA)

December 31, 2016 - December 31, 2025

Leads the Plucked String Orchestra and Nova Vida Choir; arranges and conducts rehearsals and performances with children and teens in vulnerable situations; oversees music education methodology and social impact strategies.

Music Coordinator & Conductor at OSJOFF (Obras Sociais Jorge Faim Filho)

August 1, 2013 - December 31, 2016

Directed the 'Mãos que Tocam' project for children and youth.