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Certification
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Raúl Eduardo Alcocer Rodríguez

Mexico City

Summary

I'm an artist that loves to take challenges, a passionate student that surrenders to it's subjects of interest, a singer that loves to explore new music, a musician that is thrilled for making it's artistry to flower and a human that loves people. I'm still very hungry for thriving.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professor of Music Composition for Some Subjects.

CIEM
01.2023 - Current
  • "Music & Image" and "Digital Notation" subjects teaching, with a focus on film scoring.
  • Enhanced student performance by incorporating diverse teaching methodologies and innovative approaches to music education.
  • Collaborated with fellow faculty members to develop interdisciplinary courses, fostering a comprehensive understanding of filmscoring within various contexts.
  • Organized and conducted masterclasses for visiting musicians, enriching the overall educational experience for both students and faculty.

Artistic Director and Co-Founder

Mexican Opera International Festival FIOM
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaboration with many of the most important world figures in the mexican opera such as Javier Camarena, Ramón Vargas, Diana Syrse, Leticia Armijo, Enid Negrete, José Antonio Espinal, José J. Vásquez, Enrico Chapela, Ragnar Conde, Carlos Aransay, Marco Guzmán, Rocío Taméz, Lourdes Ambriz, Armando Mora, Rogelio Marín and many more.
  • Results: 15,149 views on our YouTube channel, growth to 7500 fans on our social networks, 2,085 likes in the participating videos, nearly 100 national media hits, 30 specialists in juries and evaluation commissions, 23 award-winning artists, 18 art-videos of professional quality, 6 lectures with top experts, 2 World Premieres, 1 transcription of a previously unpublished aria (Aria of Anayansi by José F. Vásquez).
  • Elevated artistic performances by implementing innovative concepts and creative direction.
  • Collaborated with production teams to develop visually stunning stage designs for memorable experiences.
  • Guided artists in honing their skills, resulting in numerous accolades and recognition for the company.
  • Increased audience attendance through engaging marketing campaigns that showcased the artistic talent of the ensemble.

Former Artistic Director & Actual General Director

"Ópera Irreverente" Opera Company.
04.2022 - Current
  • Keep an irreverent spirit in the work of the company, doing what others dare not and reaching new audiences to spread the message and example of love, community and irreverence.
  • "Tu Ópera Libre" project with several performances in the National Centre for the Arts (CENART) and in the "Jaime Torres Bodet" Cultural Centre of the National Polytechnic Institute Zacatenco (IPN).
  • Elevated artistic performances by implementing innovative concepts and creative direction.
  • Collaborated with production teams to develop visually stunning stage designs for memorable experiences.
  • Guided artists in honing their skills, resulting in numerous accolades and recognition for the company.
  • Increased audience attendance through engaging marketing campaigns that showcased the artistic talent of the ensemble.

Vocal Coach

Self Employed Services
01.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced vocal techniques by identifying strengths and weaknesses of individual students.
  • Developed personalized lesson plans for diverse skill levels, leading to consistent improvement in student performances.
  • Increased student confidence through constructive feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Established a creative learning environment by encouraging exploration of various music genres and styles.
  • Assisted students in preparation for auditions, resulting in successful placements in choirs, bands, and musical theater productions.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop interdisciplinary curriculum integrating voice lessons with music theory instruction.

Music Composer & Arranger

Self Employed Services
02.2017 - Current
  • Collaborations with United Nations' (UN) "World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought", Costa Rican Ministry of Environment and Energy (MINAE), "Royal Prestige" and National School of Classical and Contemporary Dance (ENDCC) of the National Institute of Fine Arts and Literature (INBAL) of Mexico.
  • Enhanced film scores by composing original music and collaborating with directors for desired emotional impact.
  • Developed memorable melodies for advertising campaigns, increasing brand recognition and consumer engagement.
  • Collaborated with musicians to arrange and produce high-quality recordings of compositions for various projects.
  • Mentored aspiring composers, sharing industry insights and techniques for effective composition and career development.

Professional Singer

Self Employed Services
05.2012 - Current
  • Mastered various vocal styles like opera, popular & concert music.
  • Increased event attendance through engaging social media promotions and marketing efforts.
  • Developed a strong stage presence, consistently receiving positive feedback from both audiences and critics.

Opera Singer

Comercial Mexicana
10.2023 - 12.2023
  • 90 performances in ca. 20 different supermarkets.
  • At least 2 daily performances of "Nessun Dorma". 30 performances at least.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Tenor Soloist

OCESA
11.2022 - 01.2023
  • Soloist at the main show "Canticorum", in the OCESA's christmas theme park "Navidalia".
  • Ca. 80 outdoor performances.

Vocal Coach

International Vocal Training
10.2010 - 12.2020
  • Enhanced vocal techniques by identifying strengths and weaknesses of individual students.
  • Developed personalized lesson plans for diverse skill levels, leading to consistent improvement in student performances.
  • Increased student confidence through constructive feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Organized masterclasses with industry professionals, exposing students to new perspectives on vocal performance.

1st Tenor

Vocal Ensemble "Tawayra"
07.2012 - 12.2015
  • Performance of original arrangements of Latin American and North American folk music.
  • Recording of the Album "Feelin' Guacamaya" with renowned conductor, producer, singer & composer Jorge Cózatl.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Tenor Chorus Member & Soloist

UNAM's Student Choir "Staccato".
08.2009 - 05.2012
  • Mentored newer tenor singers, ensuring a smooth integration into the ensemble and fostering their growth as musicians.
  • Singing solo parts and being part of smaller chamber vocal ensemble.
  • Concert tours throughout Mexico, Argentina, Brazil and Uruguay.

Education

No Degree - Undergraduate Composition Studies

Núcleo Integral De Composición
Mexico City
09.2021

Specialization Certification - Filmscoring, Theatre, TV & Dance Composition

Núcleo Integral De Composición
Mexico City, Mexico
07.2021

No Degree - Adv. Composition Workshop - Prof. Enrico Chapela

Núcleo Integral De Composición
Mexico City, Mexico
07.2022

No Degree - Propaedeutic Cycle in Singing (2 Years)

Escuela Nacional De Música - UNAM
Mexico City, Mexico

No Degree - Undergraduate Studies - Singing & Piano(2.5 Years)

Fermatta Music Education
Mexico City, Mexico

High School Diploma -

Colegio Alemán Alexander Von Humboldt
Mexico City, Mexico
07.2007

Skills

  • Excellent auditory memory
  • Positive attitude
  • Deep commitment to study
  • Emotionally captivating performances
  • Powerful voice
  • Technical flexibility and genre versatility
  • Malleability in musical direction
  • Irreverence and boldness towards challenges

Accomplishments

  • Semifinalist in "Carlo Morelli" Singing Competition
  • Finalist in the "1st Mexican Opera Singing & Performance Competition" organized by Ópera Irreverente.

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Upper intermediate (B2)
Italian
Elementary (A2)
French
Beginner (A1)

Certification

  • Classical Singing Lessons with Professors Alfredo Portilla (4 yrs.), Gabriel Mijares (2 yrs.) and Carlos Aransay (1 yr.)
  • Acting Private Lessons with Actress Renata López-Cristo (3 yrs.) and Actor Alejandro Glezmerk (1 yr.).
  • Vocal Physiology, Vocal Pedagogy and Physics of the Voice Courses with PhD. Marco Guzmán.
  • Vocal Pedagogy Course with Maestro Carlos Aransay.
  • Presence in important events organized by THE VOICE FOUNDATION CHAPTER MÉXICO.
  • Conducting Course in Centro de Estudios Musicales "Wagner" with Prof. Percival Álvarez Pérez.
  • Acting Course with Prof. Carlos Corona.
  • Masterclasses with Musical Industry Experts and Figures, such as Kenny O'Brien, Cheche Alara, Ruta Sepetys, Bernard Fowler, John Hartmann and Fabrizio Grossi, lasting approximately 48 hours at Fermatta Music Academy.
  • Professional Audio Course for Recording and Sound Engineering (42 hrs) by "Fábrica de Éxitos Studio".
  • Course on Contemporary Musical Graphic Notation with PhD. José Luis Hurtado.

Timeline

Opera Singer

Comercial Mexicana
10.2023 - 12.2023

Professor of Music Composition for Some Subjects.

CIEM
01.2023 - Current

Artistic Director and Co-Founder

Mexican Opera International Festival FIOM
01.2023 - Current

Tenor Soloist

OCESA
11.2022 - 01.2023

Former Artistic Director & Actual General Director

"Ópera Irreverente" Opera Company.
04.2022 - Current

Vocal Coach

Self Employed Services
01.2019 - Current

Music Composer & Arranger

Self Employed Services
02.2017 - Current

1st Tenor

Vocal Ensemble "Tawayra"
07.2012 - 12.2015

Professional Singer

Self Employed Services
05.2012 - Current

Vocal Coach

International Vocal Training
10.2010 - 12.2020

Tenor Chorus Member & Soloist

UNAM's Student Choir "Staccato".
08.2009 - 05.2012

No Degree - Undergraduate Composition Studies

Núcleo Integral De Composición

Specialization Certification - Filmscoring, Theatre, TV & Dance Composition

Núcleo Integral De Composición

No Degree - Adv. Composition Workshop - Prof. Enrico Chapela

Núcleo Integral De Composición

No Degree - Propaedeutic Cycle in Singing (2 Years)

Escuela Nacional De Música - UNAM

No Degree - Undergraduate Studies - Singing & Piano(2.5 Years)

Fermatta Music Education

High School Diploma -

Colegio Alemán Alexander Von Humboldt
Raúl Eduardo Alcocer Rodríguez