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With over 25 years of experience in the classical music world, Marian has diversified her talents into music education, orchestral conducting, and community engagement. Born in Venezuela and a member of the world-renowned music program “El Sistema,” founded by Maestro Jose Antonio Abreu, she began her career as a violinist at the age of nine, becoming a member of the National Children’s Orchestra of Venezuela, fulfilling international commitments, and representing her country for many years. Since 2001, she became a member of the Simón Bolívar Orchestra of Venezuela, having the opportunity to play on important stages such as Carnegie Hall (New York), Berlin Philharmonie (Berlin), Royal Albert Hall (London), and international festivals such as the Lucerne Festival, the BBC Proms Festival, and the Salzburg Festival. She has also shared the stage with international conductors and soloists such as Sir Simon Rattle, Claudio Abbado, Lorin Maazel, John Corigliano, John Williams, Gustavo Dudamel, Martha Argerich, and Natalia Gutman, among others.
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In 2017, her musical career expanded to a new facet in the United States when she became a member of the production team of the Miami Symphony Orchestra and part of the first violin section, performing with figures from the Latin American scene as well as participating in the production of several events and projects in the city. Since 2018, Marian has been living in Portland, Oregon, and her work has been highly valued locally, allowing her to continue developing her career and broadening her professional skill set. She currently serves as orchestra conductor of the Metropolitan Youth Symphony, program director of the Young Artist Debut Program at Cognizart, manager of the BRAVO Community Orchestra, and community engagement manager at BRAVO Youth Orchestras, making an invaluable contribution to the Portland music community.
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In 2020, she served as a panelist for All Classical Portland’s “Recording Inclusivity Initiative,” a project that addresses equity and access for classical music composers of color and musicians from underrepresented communities. Currently, Marian is a board member of Chamber Music Northwest, the only chamber music festival of its kind in the Northwest and one of the most diverse classical music experiences in the United States, intending to connect students from underserved communities. Marian strongly advocates for social change through music, following the dream of Maestro Abreu, creating supportive learning environments, and helping the students develop skills that benefit them not only in music but also in life.