The Foundation

The Castilla – La Mancha Camerata Orchestra Foundation is a visionary initiative aimed at transforming the cultural landscape of the region. Through the power of music, it seeks to inspire and leave a lasting inpact on society.

We are committed to artistic excellence and the promotion of talent, offering high-level musical experiences that enrich both our lives and cultural heritage.

Created by musicians with significant professional backgrounds, the Castilla-La Mancha Camerata Orchestra Foundation was established to open new opportunities for collaboration and patronage, strengthen its commitment to enriching cultural heritage, and ensure a lasting legacy—inviting everyone to be part of this movement.

OUR OBJECTIVES

Among the Foundation’s main goals is the creation of a professional learning environment and meaningful connection with audiences through various formats, while promoting cultural projects across Castilla-La Mancha.

ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE

Present concerts of the highest quality, collaborating with renowned musicians, international soloists, and distinguished conductors.

SUPPORTING YOUNG TALENT

Offer talented young musicians opportunities to perform alongside professionals and grow their careers through our Excellence in Music Scholarships program.

MUSIC EDUCATION

Present educational concerts for children and young people, fostering an appreciation and understanding of classical music.

UNIVERSAL ACCESS

Bring classical music to communities with limited access to cultural activities and organize inclusive events for all.

OUR VALUES

At the Castilla-La Mancha Camerata Orchestra Foundation, our values reflect our commitment to bringing classical music closer to society. We believe in excellence, accessibility, and education as the pillars of our work. Discover the principles that guide and inspire us to create a positive impact in our community.

BRING

symphonic repertoire to all audiences

CREATE SYNERGIES

and learning spaces between musicians and the public.

PROMOTE

cultural projects in Castilla-La Mancha.

HIGHLIGHT

the work of music education institutions in the region.

USE MUSIC

as a driver of social change and development

GIVE OPPORTUNITIES

to classically trained musicians in the region.

FOUNDATION BOARD

EDUARDO GONZÁLEZ

Trained in Germany at the Robert Schumann Musik Hochschule (Düsseldorf) and the Folkwang Musik Hochschule under professors J. Goritzki, A. Hülshoff, and Y. Chang Cho. A recipient of the prestigious Von Humboldt Foundation scholarship. He studied conducting with Rafael García Vidal, Miguel Romea, and Catherine Maguire. For over 9 years, he has taught at the Castilla-La Mancha Higher Conservatory of Music. He has performed in major venues like the Berlin Philharmonie and Köln Philharmonie. Since 2022, he has served as the Artistic and Music Director of the Castilla-La Mancha Camerata Orchestra.

PALOMA PIERZCHALA

A violinist from Málaga, she studied under Sergey Fatkulin and continued with Kirill Troussov. She has received masterclasses from A. Wilczok, A. León Ara, V. Manoogian, M. Thomas, V. Huerta, and A. Da Costa. She has performed under maestros like D. Barenboim, V. Ashkenazy, A. Tamayo, among others. Since 2016, she has been a violin professor at the Castilla-La Mancha Higher Conservatory and since 2022, Concertmaster of the Camerata Orchestra.

EFRÉN RAMOS

Recognized as one of the leading clarinetists of his generation, he has performed across Europe, United States, and Russia as a recitalist and chamber musician. He is regularly invited to give masterclasses at prestigious institutions such as the Norwegian Academy of Music, the University of Louisville, and the St. Petersburg State Conservatory, among others. He studied with Venancio Rius and also attended classes with Yehuda Gilad. He currently serves as Professor of Clarinet at the Castilla-La Mancha Higher Conservatory, as well as Principal Clarinet and Artistic Coordinator of the Camerata Orchestra.

ANDRÉS GONZÁLEZ

A musician and teacher from Albacete, he completed his higher music studies in Madrid and earned a Master’s in Early Music at ESMUC with Javier Bonet. He is the founder and director of the Castilla-La Mancha Horn Academy, a space for artistic development. He is also a member of the Little Brass quintet and Principal Horn of the Camerata Orchestra.

KIRILL TROUSSOV

HONORARY AMBASSADOR

Supported and mentored by Sir Yehudi Menuhin, he is recognized as one of the leading violinists of his generation. He has performed with renowned conductors such as Sir Neville Marriner and V. Spivakov, and collaborated with artists like Y. Wang, S. Gabetta, and the Capuçon brothers. A recipient of awards like Pro-Europa and Davidoff Prize, he regularly gives masterclasses worldwide. He plays a 1702 Stradivarius violin, known as “The Brodsky,” used in the 1881 premiere of Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto.

Rafaela ramírez

HONORARY AMBASSADORS

Financial manager.
“My life began with music—my father was passionate about it and filled our family evenings with melodies played on the Spanish lute. I grew up surrounded by music, eventually studying it formally at the conservatory. Discovering the Camerata in Albacete rekindled my love for my hometown. It’s an honor to serve as an ambassador of this Foundation and support the development of music in our city.”

Fundación Orquesta Camerata de Castilla la Mancha
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