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Mr. Richard Boukas
Composer

Website


Address
P.O. Box 670126
Kew Gardens Hills, NY, 11367-0126
Phone
917-217-3157

Additional Info
Repertoire
Classical, Jazz, New Music, World Music
Instrument(s)
Classical Guitar, Other
Management
Extensive body of chamber works synergizing classical/contemporary, Brazilian and jazz influences. Quartets: strings, saxophones, mandolins; brass quintet; mixed ensembles; solo works for guitar, cello, woodwinds; numerous choral works. Acclaimed guitarist, vocalist, educator (faculty, New School Jazz, NYC), noted Brazilian music expert. Four-time NEA recipient. Commissioning opportunities welcome. Previous: PUBLIQuartet String Qt., Atlantic Brass Qt., Lamont Saxophone Qt. Leader, Quarteto Moderno (Brazilian jazz), co-leader of duos with Croatian tamburist Filip Novosel and pianist-composer Jovino Santos Neto. Recent works: String Qt. “The Champion” (ded. Hermeto Pascoal), Trio Nordestino (marimba, cello, guitar) Guinga Suite (solo guitar).

News

07.13.2012
07.13.2012

New website launched as of 7/16/12

visit www.boukas.com for more info regarding composing, performing, recording and educational activities. Scores and recordings available directly on the site.