Valentín Bravo
Freelancer Conductor, Composer, Music Instructor
Rancho Palos Verdes,CA
Summary
Aspiring orchestral conductor with rigorous score preparation, disciplined rehearsal technique, and a strong commitment to artistic growth. Shaped by perseverance and continuous self-development, he brings focus, resilience, and collaborative leadership to each musical setting. Recognized for clear communication within artistic and administrative teams, as well as meaningful engagement with audiences. Eager to contribute at the highest standards to professional orchestral environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Permanent
Co-Founder of Jung-Bravo Music Studio (US)
09.2025 - Current
- Conductor of Choir and Orchestra; Instructor of Violin and Composition
Permanent
Redondo Beach Music Box (US)
02.2025 - Current
- Violin and Chamber Music Instructor
Permanent
Music Director of Bravo! Singers (US)
09.2023 - Current
- Music Director
Regular guest
Camerata Jaibaná. Regular guest conductor for performances in 2024, 2025 and upcoming collaborations in 2026 (CO)
05.2024 - Current
- Artistic Co-director of "Festicámara 2025"
- Guest conductor
Guest
"LGAM" Opera Company (ES)
02.2024 - 02.2024
- Assistant Conductor of José Escandell in Verdi’s Otello
Guest
Orquesta Sinfónica Eafit (Medellín, Colombia) (CO)
11.2022 - 11.2022
- Conductor in the Season Concert "Jóvenes Talento 2022" as a result of winning the Concerto Competition.
Member
Orquesta Sinfónica Eafit (CO)
07.2014 - 06.2022
- Violin Tutti (second violins section). Occasional Section Leader
Guest
EAFIT Symphony Orchestra (CO)
07.2026 - Current
- (UPCOMING/SCHEDULED) Guest Conductor for the orchestra's 2026 concert season, presented in collaboration with the Von Humboldt German Institute in celebration of its 30th Anniversary, featuring Berg's Violin Concerto and a selection of German Lieder with orchestra.
Regular guest
Camerata Jaibaná (CO)
05.2026 - Current
- (UPCOMING/SCHEDULED) Guest Conductor for the concert and fundraiser benefiting La Casita de Nicolás (adoption home), featuring violinist Mimi Jung and violist David Samuel in Mozart's Sinfonia Concertante and additional repertoire.
Voluntary service
Los Angeles Philharmonic – Peninsula Committee (Volunteer Leadership) (US)
09.2025 - Current
- Community Engagement, Educational Initiatives, & Fundraising
Academy
Iberacademy Foundation (CO)
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Selected Conducting Participant, Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro – Stage Director Marco Gandini
Regular guest
Camerata Jaibaná (CO)
10.2025 - 11.2025
- Artistic Director of 'Festicámara 2025' Festival
Education
Course Certificates - Studies in Conducting
Universidad Eafit
Medellin, CO 05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Violin Performance
Universidad Eafit
05.2001 -
Master of Music - Violin Performance
Universidad Eafit
12-2019
Bachelor of Music - Violin Performance
Universidad Eafit
07-2016
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Private Studies
12-2024
Conducting Workshops
Iberacademy Orchestra
11-2024
Skills
Ensemble Leadership Across Professional, Youth, and Community Orchestras
Artistic Programming
Advanced Score Analysis & Interpretation
Assistant Conductor Experience
Spanish, English and German Proficiency
Orchestra Composition and Arrangements
Chamber Music Playing as Violinist
Orchestral experience as Violinist
Efficient Rehearsal Technique
Music Festival Co-direction
Teamwork and collaboration
Accomplishments
1st Prize in Eafit Symphony Orchestra "Young Talents" Competition in category: Conductor (2022)
2nd Prize in Composition in Caneres Music Competition Viena, for the piece "Fugue for String Quartet" (2023)
Timeline
Guest
EAFIT Symphony Orchestra (CO)
07.2026 - Current
Regular guest
Camerata Jaibaná (CO)
05.2026 - Current
Regular guest
Camerata Jaibaná (CO)
10.2025 - 11.2025
Permanent
Co-Founder of Jung-Bravo Music Studio (US)
09.2025 - Current
Voluntary service
Los Angeles Philharmonic – Peninsula Committee (Volunteer Leadership) (US)
09.2025 - Current
Permanent
Redondo Beach Music Box (US)
02.2025 - Current
Regular guest
Camerata Jaibaná. Regular guest conductor for performances in 2024, 2025 and upcoming collaborations in 2026 (CO)
05.2024 - Current
Guest
"LGAM" Opera Company (ES)
02.2024 - 02.2024
Permanent
Music Director of Bravo! Singers (US)
09.2023 - Current
Guest
Orquesta Sinfónica Eafit (Medellín, Colombia) (CO)
11.2022 - 11.2022
Academy
Iberacademy Foundation (CO)
09.2021 - 11.2021
Member
Orquesta Sinfónica Eafit (CO)
07.2014 - 06.2022
Course Certificates - Studies in Conducting
Universidad Eafit
05.2001 -
Master of Arts - Violin Performance
Universidad Eafit
05.2001 -
Master of Music - Violin Performance
Universidad Eafit
Bachelor of Music - Violin Performance
Universidad Eafit
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Private Studies
Conducting Workshops
Iberacademy Orchestra
Awards & recognitions
"Caneres Music Competition Vienna' 2nd prize for 'Fugue for String Quartet' (AT) - 2nd prize - 2023-02, Conducting winner in Jóvenes Talento 2022 (The 2022 Young Talents competition) by Eafit Symphony Orchestra (CO) - 1st prize - 2022-11
Other achievements
- Guest Lecturer in Conducting Masterclasses, Universidad del Cauca – Popayán International Chamber Music Festival (2024–2025) - Teaching - 2024-10 to 2025-10
- Guest Speaker for the talk “Music and Nature,” organized by the Peninsula Committee of the Los Angeles Philharmonic - Other - 2026-02
- Assistant Conductor to Leonard Elschenbroich – Fundación Musical Bravura, Cochabamba, Bolivia (invitation by Iberacademy) - Scholarship - 2022-11
- Premiered Works: "The Princess and the Henchman" for String Orchestra. Sonata for Violin and Piano. Danzas y Cantares for Violin and Piano, "Lucho, muy colombiano" for Solo Tuba. - Other - 2016-06 to 2026-01
- Guest Speaker, Alexander von Humboldt Institute Podcast “Wortvoll” – Mahler’s Fifth Symphony: Interpretation and Approach. - Other - 2025-08