SOUNDS OF LATIN AMERICA
October 4-5, 2024
Texas A&M University-Commerce
About North Texas International Piano Symposium
Our Mission
The North Texas International Piano Symposium: Sounds of Latin America was created to discover, amplify, and celebrate the research to the piano literature with a global resonance, particularly those that have been underrepresented. This year, its objective is to increase the awareness and appreciation of the musical life of Latin America, introduce new works, and foster a network among music professionals and emerging scholars and artists.
Texas A&M University-Commerce
For more than 100 years, Texas A&M University-Commerce has provided students with an unparalleled academic and musical experience through performing, teaching, conducting and composing music. With over 300 music students, the School of Music offers world-class performing experiences while maintaining small class sizes.
This event is possible thanks to the generous support of the Latin American & U.S. Latino Studies at Texas A&M University-Commerce
Dr. Fanarelia Guerrero López, Co-Director
Born in Nicaragua, Fanarelia Guerrero López has an active career as a piano pedagogue, collaborative and soloist musician. A passionate advocate for Nicaraguan and Latin American music, Fanarelia is dedicated to expanding its reach to new horizons. She serves as coordinator of the International Engagement for the Frances Clark Center, board member of the Dallas Music Teacher Association and as a full-time faculty at the Centre for Musical Minds in Frisco, Texas.
Dr. Luis Sanchez, Co-Director
Born in Argentina, pianist Luis Sanchez leads an active career as soloist, collaborative pianist and teacher. He has presented recitals throughout the United States. Europe and Asia and currently serves as Professor of Piano at Texas A&M University-Commerce and Director of International Engagement for the Frances Clark Center.
