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Fabian Carrera

Classical guitarist Fabian Carrera plays with special sensitivity and a warm passion for his instrument. Born in Ecuador, he began guitar studies on the knee of his beloved father Ulpiano. Further study brought him to the ‘National Music Conservatory in Quito’ for eleven years resulting in degrees in guitar performance and music education. Among his teachers were maestros: Carlos Bonilla Chávez. Terry Pazmiño. Venues have included: the Corcoran Museum (Washington DC), New York Consulate, Baltimore Art Museum, National Symphonic Orchestra of Ecuador and Longview’s own Southwest Washington Symphony to name a few.

As an infant, Carrera contracted polio which resulted in his paralysis from the neck down until five years of age. Miraculously, he regained use of his body.

Currently he resides in Miami area continuing to: perform concerts, teach, and volunteer.

For more information please visit: www.fabiancarrera.com

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