I'm a pianist and conductor with a passion for teaching and leading ensembles. I earned a Bachelor in Piano Performance from Universidad EAFIT and am pursuing a Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting at UBC, with professional experience teaching piano and directing choirs and youth orchestras. I believe music is a powerful vehicle for teamwork, empathy, and the arts, and I love creating projects that help people grow, both on stage and off. I have experience arranging music for small and medium ensembles, with a deep understanding of various genres.

SIMÓN RAMÍREZ ORTIZ

I'm a pianist and conductor with a passion for teaching and leading ensembles. I earned a Bachelor in Piano Performance from Universidad EAFIT and am pursuing a Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting at UBC, with professional experience teaching piano and directing choirs and youth orchestras. I believe music is a powerful vehicle for teamwork, empathy, and the arts, and I love creating projects that help people grow, both on stage and off. I have experience arranging music for small and medium ensembles, with a deep understanding of various genres.

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I’m a pianist and conductor with a passion for teaching and leading ensembles. I earned a Bachelor in Piano Performance from Universidad EAFIT and am pursuing a Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting at UBC, with professional experience teaching piano and directing choirs and youth orchestras.

I believe music is a powerful vehicle for teamwork, empathy, and the arts, and I love creating projects that help people grow, both on stage and off.

I have experience arranging music for small and medium ensembles, with a deep understanding of various genres.

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Experience Level

Language

English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

Assistant Conductor at UBCSO
January 1, 2024 - Present
Assisted conductors with rehearsals, score study, and performance preparation; supported orchestral activities.
Youth Orchestra Conductor at Instituto Musical Diego Echavarría
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Directed youth orchestra, planned concerts, and collaborated with teachers and parents.
Conductor of Youth and Children's Choir at Instituto Musical Diego Echavarría
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024
Led rehearsals, selected repertoire, and conducted performances; mentored young singers.
Ultimate Frisbee Coach at Club Deportivo Revolution
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Coached Ultimate Frisbee teams at local and regional levels; developed training plans and teamwork strategies.
Piano Teacher at Instituto Musical Diego Echavarría
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2024
Provided piano instruction to students, developed personalized curricula, and prepared learners for performances and exams.

Education

Summer program at Interlochen Arts Camp
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2015
High School Diploma at Instituto Musical Diego Echavarría
January 11, 2013 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor in Piano Performance at Universidad EAFIT, Medellín, Colombia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2021
Master of Music in Orchestral Conducting at UBC School of Music
September 2, 2024 - June 1, 2026
UBC Symphony Orchestra - Assistant Conductor

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