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Composer and pianist with extensive experience in concert music, contemporary projects, and video game soundtracks. Skilled in orchestration, composition, and audio integration, I create immersive and emotive musical experiences that enhance interactive storytelling. Passionate about combining creativity and technical expertise to deliver memorable soundscapes for games.
María José Arrillaga
Experience Level
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Language
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Work Experience
Pianist (Freelance)
January 1, 2008 - November 25, 2025Pianist and accompanist for conservatory entrance exams, competitions, auditions, and accompanying performances.
Pianist at Grupo Concertante Talía y Music Box Learning
January 1, 2011 - November 25, 2025Pianist with the concert group Talía and with Music Box Learning; teaching and performing.
Jefa del Departamento de Piano at Centro Cultural Joaquín Turina y Sancha Narro
December 31, 2018 - December 31, 2018Head of the Piano Department.
Profesora de composición, análisis musical, historia de la música, acompañamiento y armonía at Conservatorio Profesional Nuestra Señora del Loreto
January 1, 2022 - November 25, 2025Professor of composition, musical analysis, music history, accompaniment and harmony.
Pianist (accompanist) en Escuela Internacional de Música Andana at Escuela Internacional de Música Andana
December 31, 2008 - December 31, 2008Acompanist for auditions and performances; involved in international programs.
Teacher of composition, music analysis, music history, accompaniment, and harmony at Conservatorio Profesional Nuestra Señora del Loreto
January 1, 2022 - November 25, 2025Pianist at Grupo Concertante Talía and Music Box Learning
January 1, 2011 - November 25, 2025Head of the Piano Department at Conservatorio Joaquin Turina and San Chinarro
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018Video game soundtrack composer at Kronus Video Games
January 1, 2025 - November 25, 2025Composer / Performer for label collaboration at Novus Promúsica
January 1, 2025 - November 25, 2025Executive team member at AMCC (Asociación de Madrid Composers)
January 1, 2024 - November 25, 2025Pianist at Casa de Vacas – 2023 Contemporary Music Festival
December 31, 2023 - December 31, 2023Pianist / Performer at Centro Centro Contemporary Music Festival
December 31, 2021 - December 31, 2021Performer at RCSMM Brass Quintet
December 31, 2020 - December 31, 2020Writer at Docenotas Music Magazine
January 1, 2019 - November 25, 2025Education
Conservatorio Profesional Adolfo Salazar at Conservatorio Profesional Adolfo Salazar de Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Grado Profesional de Piano at Universidad Complutense de Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Grado Superior de Música at Escuela Internacional de Artes del Entretenimiento (EARTES)
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Máster en Música para Videojuegos at Real Conservatorio Superior de Música de Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Grado Superior en Composición at Universidad Autónoma de Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Bachelor's Degree in Musicology at Real Conservatorio Superior de Música de Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Bachelor's Degree in Composition at Autónoma University of Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Master’s Degree in Video Game Music at International School of Entertainment Arts (EARTES)
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Master’s Degree in Secondary Education Teaching at Autónoma University of Madrid
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Qualifications
Máster en Formación del Profesorado de Educación Secundaria Obligatoria y Bachillerato
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025Discantus Scholarship (Comunidad de Madrid)
January 11, 2030 - November 25, 2025AIE Scholarship for Master's in Video Game Studies
January 1, 2024 - November 25, 2025Selected by Novus Promúsica label to include Ecos del presente on Spotify
January 1, 2025 - November 25, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education
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