Luis GONZÁLEZ GARRIDO

Luis González Garrido – Passionate Saxophonist and Performer

 
Luis González Garrido, sensitive, expressive, energetic Spanish saxophonist, whose performances touch through their artistic quality and connection with the audience. Based in Paris, originally from Utrera, Spain, driven by constant musical curiosity, exploring repertoires from classical to flamenco and contemporary creation.

"He possesses great technical mastery of his instrument and remarkable musical flexibility."
— Vincent David

Rich and Eclectic Artistic Approach

 
Luis is engaged in contemporary creation, collaborating with composers such as Félix Ibarrondo, Carmen Verdú, and Orlando Bass. Passionate about transcriptions, introducing new repertoires into the saxophone world. His Andalusian roots connect him naturally to flamenco, excelling from a young age.

"He possesses remarkable tone, deep expressive ability, and high level of interpretation."
— Carmen Verdú

Season 2023/2024 – Major Projects

 
➤ September 30: Debut at Palau de la Música Catalana, Barcelona.

 
➤ December 9: Recital at 19th World Saxophone Congress, Gran Canaria.

 
➤ March 3 (birthday): Soloist with Municipal Orchestra of Amorebieta-Etxano, Basque Country.

 
➤ New project with accordionist Pavel Efremov (France, Germany).

 
➤ Carte Blanche at Collège d’Espagne in Paris: trio with Joë Christophe (clarinet) and Nadja Dornik (harp); sonata with Orlando Bass (piano).

 
➤ Premiere of original work for solo alto saxophone by José del Valle.

"Refined musician, attentive, seeking the most accurate musical expression."
— Caroline Esposito

Awards and Recognition

 
➤ 1st Prize in Musical Interpretation from INAEM and Collège d’Espagne, Paris.

 
➤ 1st Prize at 3rd Gran Canaria International Saxophone Competition.

 
➤ Over 9 first prizes since debut.

International Stage Presence

 
Venues: Palau de la Música Catalana (Barcelona), Petit Palais – Musée des Beaux-Arts (Paris), Centre Pompidou (Paris).

 
Festivals: AlpenClassica Fest (Italy), GalaFest (Córdoba), European Young Talents Festival (France).

Education and Influences

 
Studied saxophone, chamber music, and musicology at Musikene (Spain), CNSMD Paris (France), and Royal Conservatory of Brussels (Belgium). Currently training in musical composition and jazz saxophone, Paris.

Artistic Partnerships
Luis González Garrido, Henri Selmer Paris artist, JLV Sound ambassador.