Rafael Videira
Dr. Rafael Videira has a diverse career as a teacher, performer, and conductor, with appearances in the USA, Mexico, Brazil, and Germany. He has taught violin and viola to students of all levels, leading them to success in competitions and prestigious institutions. Currently residing in Albuquerque, NM, he serves as the String Pedagogy Faculty at the University of New Mexico, directs the orchestras at Manzano High School, and conducts two groups with the Albuquerque Youth Symphony Program. He holds a Doctoral degree in viola performance and pedagogy from the University of Oregon and a Masters degree in performance from the University of New Mexico. In 2018, he received the Suzuki Association of the Americas Certificate of Achievement for his dedication to excellence in teaching within the Suzuki philosophy. Additionally, Dr. Videira was featured in the 2022 album by the American Viola Society, promoting music by underrepresented composers.
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