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I am Janio Abreu Morcate, a passionate musician, composer, arranger, and producer from Havana, Cuba. With a bachelor’s degree in Music Performance and Pedagogy and a master’s degree in Management of Cuban Musical History and Documentary Patrimony, I have devoted my life to music education, performance, and preservation of Cuban musical heritage. I have extensive experience leading bands, teaching students, and producing music for various artists and projects.
I have toured extensively across continents with my band, collaborated with renowned musicians, and performed at important festivals such as Jazz Plaza. I am also involved in radio and television programs about music, and I recently led a significant performance for the British Ambassador in Havana. Fluent in English and native in Spanish, I continuously seek to innovate within Cuban music by blending roots with international sounds and educating the next generation of musicians.
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Experience Level
Language
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
German
Beginner
Work Experience
Clarinet Instructor at Manuel Saumell Conservatory
December 31, 2005 - August 18, 2025Instructed private clarinet lessons to beginner students, developing foundational skills in clarinet performance.
Tenor Sax and Clarinet Clinic Instructor, Concert Band Leader at The College of the Bahamas
December 31, 2007 - August 18, 2025Taught tenor sax and clarinet clinics to beginning students, led rehearsals for the concert band, and arranged original compositions performed at the British Consulate in Nassau.
Clarinet Instructor and Chamber Ensemble Teacher at Amadeo Roldán Conservatory
December 31, 2015 - August 18, 2025Provided private clarinet instruction to intermediate students and coached chamber ensembles.
Founder and Head, Popular Music Department at National School of Art
January 1, 2020 - PresentFounded and led the Popular Music Department, directed the Big Band and Latin Combo, produced landmark performances including Jazz Plaza Fest 2023 with Grammy-winning artist Ted Nash, and spearheaded Cuban cultural presentations internationally.
Founder, Director, Arranger, Musician at Aire D' Concierto band
January 1, 2007 - PresentFounded and led a Cuban band, directing and arranging music for performances and tours across Cuba, Europe, Asia, and South America, playing in renowned theaters and jazz clubs internationally.
Clarinet Instructor at Manuel Saumell Conservatory
December 31, 2005 - August 18, 2025Taught private clarinet lessons to beginner students, helping develop foundational skills in clarinet performance from 2003 to 2005.
Tenor Sax and Clarinet Clinic Teacher at The College of the Bahamas
December 31, 2007 - August 18, 2025Held clinics for beginner students on tenor saxophone and clarinet, led concert band rehearsals, and arranged original music for a concert at the British Consulate in Nassau in 2007.
Clarinet and Chamber Ensemble Instructor at Amadeo Roldán Conservatory
December 31, 2015 - August 18, 2025Provided private clarinet lessons to intermediate students and instructed chamber ensembles between 2014 and 2015.
Founder and Head of Popular Music Department at National School of Art
January 1, 2020 - PresentFounded and led the Popular Music Department, directed the Big Band and Latin Combo, produced performances including participation at UNESCO events in 2022 and Jazz Plaza Fest 2023, working closely with students and renowned guest artists.
Founder, Director, and Arranger at Aire D’ Concierto
January 1, 2007 - PresentFounded and led the band Aire D’ Concierto since 2007, touring extensively across Cuba, Europe, Asia, and South America, performing in major concert halls and jazz festivals worldwide.
Host and Radio Program Conductor at CMBF National Musical Radio
January 1, 2022 - PresentCreated, wrote, and conducted the radio program 'In Crescendo' on one of Cuba’s most important music radio stations starting in 2022.
Musical Conductor and Arranger at Tolkien in Habana
December 31, 2023 - August 18, 2025Produced, arranged, and conducted a symphonic and jazz ensemble performance combining Lord of the Rings soundtrack with Cuban music roots for the 50th anniversary of J. R. Tolkien’s death in 2023, performing at Martí theater with the Habana Chamber Music Orchestra and Cuban National Opera Chorus.
Private Clarinet Instructor at Manuel Saumell Conservatory
December 31, 2005 - August 18, 2025Instructed private clarinet lessons to beginner students between 2003 and 2005.
Tenor Sax and Clarinet Clinician at The College of the Bahamas
December 31, 2007 - August 18, 2025Taught tenor sax and clarinet clinics, led concert band rehearsals, and performed original arrangements at a concert organized by the British Consulate in Nassau, Bahamas.
Private Clarinet and Chamber Ensemble Instructor at Amadeo Roldán Conservatory
December 31, 2015 - August 18, 2025Provided private clarinet lessons to intermediate students and instructed chamber ensembles.
Founder and Head of Popular Music Department at National School of Art
January 1, 2020 - PresentFounded and led the Popular Music Department. Directed and conducted the Big Band and Latin Combo, including performances at Cuban Week in Enghien Les Bains under UNESCO, Jazz Plaza Fest (including collaborations with Grammy Award artists), and produced their first performance at Jazz Plaza Fest 2023.
Founder, Director, and Arranger at Aire D’ Concierto
January 1, 2007 - PresentFounded and led his own band, touring Cuba, Europe, Asia, and South America. Performed at numerous international jazz festivals and collaborated with many acclaimed musicians.
Music Producer at Various Projects
January 1, 2007 - PresentProduced musical shows for Cuban comedian Kike Quiñones, produced albums nominated for Cubadisco Festival, worked as side man with many top artists, and led his own radio and TV musical programs. Also arranged and conducted a special performance mixing The Lord of the Rings soundtrack with Cuban roots for the 50th anniversary of Tolkien's death.
Education
Bachelor of Arts at Instituto Superior de Arte, La Habana, Cuba
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Student Interchange, Jazz Department at Florida International University and Northwestern Chicago University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017Master degree in Management of the Cuban Musical History and Documentary Patrimony at Colegio San Gerónimo, Universidad de la Habana
January 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025Bachelor of Arts at Instituto Superior de Arte, La Habana, Cuba
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Student Interchange at Jazz Department at Florida International University and NorthWestern Chicago University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017Master degree in Management of the Cuban Musical History and Documentary Patrimony at Colegio San Gerónimo, Universidad de la Habana
January 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025Bachelor of Arts at Instituto Superior de Arte, La Habana, Cuba
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008Student Interchange with Jazz Department at Florida International University and NorthWestern Chicago University
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2017Master Degree in Management of the Cuban Musical History and Documentary Patrimony at Colegio San Gerónimo, Universidad de la Habana
January 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025Qualifications
First Level Clarinet Soloist and Chamber Musician
January 1, 2007 - August 18, 2025First Level Clarinet Soloist Award
January 1, 2007 - August 18, 2025First Level Clarinet Soloist and Chamber Musician
January 1, 2007 - August 18, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Other
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