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2022
Grateful to return as Music Producer and Music Director/Conductor for the 2023 Grammy Premiere Ceremony, for music biggest night!!! A true honor…
Looking forward to Natalia Lafourcade’s concert at Carnegie Hall, October 27th, 2022, as her Music Director/Conductor and Music Producer for the live album we will record that evening….super exciting!!!
I’m honored to be Music Producer and Music Director for “Concert for Dolores Huerta” featuring Gaby Moreno, La Marisoul, El David Aguilar, Marylin McCoo and Billy Davis Jr. and John Doe. November 13th at the Soraya in Los Angeles.
I’m honored to return as Music Producer and Music Director for the Grammy Premiere Ceremony, April 3rd 2022 in Las Vegas. This is one of my favorite shows, we perform an insane amount of music, with an All-Star ensemble, 100% and no commercial breaks….crazy fun!!!
“Bam Bam” Camila Cabello featuring Ed Sheeran is out!!! A true pleasure to have composed and produced this amazing song with a stellar team!!! I also arranged the song, and got some amazing musicians playing on it…..check it out!!!
“The Lost City” starring Sandra Bullock, Channing Tatum and Brad Pitt premieres March 25, 2022. I wrote and produced a few songs for this amazing film. A true pleasure to co-write on of the songs with my dear David Aguilar featuring my adored Cecilia Noel.
So happy to return as Composer for '“To Tell The Truth” Season 7 on ABC. Premieres February 2022
2021
We are back December 7th on ABC! Truly happy to return as Music Producer and Music Director for another installemtn of Norman Lear’s “Live in Front of a Studio Audience”, when we will recreate two epiosodes of “Different Strokes” and “Facts of Life” with an all-star cast: Jennifer Aniston, Kevin Hart, John Lithgow, and many, many others…this will be FUN!!!
Happy to share I just wrapped up pre-production for the new Carlos Vives Tour, for which I’m Music Producer. The U.S. leg kicks off December 3rd at the American Airlines Arena in Miami..it’s such a GREAT show!!!
Honored to have have worked on the latest song by the ultra talented ANGELA AGUILAR featuring JESSE & JOY called “Ella Qué Te Dió”. I co-produced the song with the amazing PEPE AGUILAR, and also arranged the Mariachi ensemble. Now available on all platforms!
Had a fantastic time being MUSIC PRODUCER and MUSIC DIRECTOR/ARRANGER for the amazing CAMILA CABELLO on the 2021 MTV VMAs, 2021 Latin Billboard Awards, and her upcoming Tiny Desk Concert (can’t wait to share!!!)
Truly excited to be Music Producer and Music DIrector/Arranger for TRIBUTE TO LINDA RONDSTADT, featuring La Marisoul, Aida Cuevas, Luciana Souza, and featuring Mariachi Garibaldi. October 23, 2021 at The Soraya.
Happy to announce I will be conducting STEWART COPELAND and his latest, amazing project THE POLICE DERANGED FOR ORCHESTRA featuring the RE-COLLECTIVE ORCHESTRA. This one will be FUN!!! November 4, 2021 at The Soraya.
Truly grateful to have been elected NATIONAL TRUSTEE for the RECORDING ACADEMY, representing the Los Angeles Chapter, as well as having been re-elected GOVERNOR for the Los Angeles Chapter. This vote of trust from my colleagues is a profound honor and responsibility.
I’m truly humbled and thankful to receive the news BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC is honoring me with their ALUMNI ACHIEVEMENT AWARD. This means so, so much to me. A heartfelt Thank you!!!
I’m happy to return as MUSIC PRODUCER and MUSIC DIRECTOR for the 2021 GRAMMY PREMIERE CEREMONY. We are putting together a fantastic virtual show, honoring the achievements of some of our greatest colleagues. The music will be spectacular, tune in March, 14, 2021 at www.grammy.com
I’m happy to share the news I will be the COMPOSER and MUSIC DIRECTOR for the “Celebrity Dating Game” on ABC, hosted by Zooey Deschanel and Michael Bolton. This show will be FUN!!
I’m happy to return as COMPOSER for “TO TELL THE TRUTH” Season 7 (2021) on the ABC Network, hosted by the amazing Anthony Anderson. It’s been great to be part of the family on this show for all these years!!!
I’m honored to be MUSIC PRODUCER and MUSIC DIRECTOR for the legendary NORMAN LEAR’S “GOOD TIMES” and”ALL IN THE FAMILY” Live! on ABC, December 18th. We’ll have an All-Star Cast: Woody Harrelson, Marisa Tomei, Kevin Bacon, Viola Davis, Patti LaBelle, Anthony Anderson, a fantastic Band and Choir….it’s going to be amazing I can’t wait!!!
I’m honored to return as MUSIC PRODUCER and MUSIC DIRECTOR for the 2020 GRAMMY PREMIERE CEREMONY for a third time, directing one of the most amazing (and challenging!) shows, honoring some of the best music artists in the world. We’ll have a true All-Star Band, as well as some amazing guest featured artists….stay tuned!!!
On February 1st, 2020 I’ll be CONDUCTOR for the fantastic film “SELMA” at the Soraya Performing Arts Center, featuring the amazing Jason Moran, composer for the film, as well as the New West Symphony Orchestra. I will be a fantastic night, and I’m really looking forward to it!!!
Extremely Happy to share we are coming back for Season 2 of “THE TITAN GAMES” on NBC. I’m thrilled to be the COMPOSER for this amazing show, hosted by DWAYNE “THE ROCK” JOHNSON. Season 2 will be epic!!! Summer 2020, see you there!!!
I’ll be performing with the amazing BARBRA STREISAND at Hyde Park in London on July 7, 2019, and Madison Square Garden in August. Can’t wait!!!
I will be MUSIC PRODUCER and MUSIC DIRECTOR/CONDUCTOR for the EARTH’S CALL CONCERT in Aspen, CO, leading a 50-piece orchestra and performing with these amazing artists: Patti LaBelle, Alan Parsons, Colbie Caillat, Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Natalia Lafourcade, Anthony Hamilton, and many others.
I will be Music Consultant for the amazing NORMAN LEAR LIVE! ALL IN THE FAMILY and THE JEFFERSONS, airing on ABC.
I am the MUSIC PRODUCER and MUSIC DIRECTOR for international Latin start MALUMA 2019-2020World Tour. It’s a GREAT show!!!
I’m beyond happy to share we won a 2019 “BEST LATIN POP ALBUM” GRAMMY for Claudia Brant’s album “Sincera”, which I produced with Moogie Canazio. I’m beyond happy and thankful for this amazing recognition from the Recording Academy and our peers.
I’m truly honored to be back as MUSIC PRODUCER and MUSICAL DIRECTOR/CONDUCTOR for the 2019 GRAMMY PREMIERE show. This is the ceremony where Grammy Awards in around 80 categories are awarded (everything from Jazz, Classical, Latin, Rock, Country, R&B categories, and MANY more!!!). Once again, I will be leading an fantastic All-Star Band with some of the best musicians in the world, playing a ton of music in many different styles. Super eclectic and loving it!!! I’m super excited and can’t wait for all of you to hear what we are preparing!!! Tune in Sunday , February 10th , 2019.
2019 GRAMMY Awards: I’m beyond happy to share I have two nominations for albums as a producer in the “Best Latin Pop Album” category: Natalia Lafourcade for “Musas Vol. 2” (Sony Mexico), and Claudia Brant for ”Sincera” (dist. by Sony Music Latin). I’m incredibly proud of these two projects, and truly thankful for the nominations. Congratulations to my amazing co-producers Moogie Canazio and Gustavo Guerrero as well!!! See you at the Grammy Awards, February 10th, 2019!!!
"THE TITAN GAMES" (NBC) super excited to announce I'm the composer for the new NBC show "The Titan Games", hosted by "The Rock" Dwayne Johnson. This is a gigantic production raising the production bar in all areas , and the music is super epic cinematic fun. Scheduled to air January 2019. Can't wait for all of you to see it!!!
"DEATH BY MAGIC" (NETFLIX) I just finished composing the music score for "Death by Magic" season 1. Super exciting show, and I'm very proud of the music score. Season 1 will be up on Netflix Nov. 30, 2018.
"TO TELL THE TRUTH" (ABC) has just been renewed for a Third Season in 2019!!! Great show with host Anthony Anderson…we are back!!!
MIKE PATTON it's a true honor to be back as Conductor and Musical Director for Mike Patton's "Mondo Cane" concerts in Argentina and Chile. September 2018.
CHAYANNE U.S. and INTERNATIONAL TOUR 2018/2019 super proud to be back as Music Producer and Music Director for the amazing Chayanne. The show is simply amazing, coming to a stadium near you!!!
JORDAN SMITH Jordan's new album is out on Universal/Republic, and I'm super happy to continue as his Musical Director. Amazing talent, amazing artist!!!
2018 GRAMMY NOMINATION: Super happy to announce Natalia Lafourcade's Album "Musas", which I co-produced has been nominated for "Best Latin Pop Album".
LATIN GRAMMY AWARDS: We won!!! Natalia Lafourcade's Album "Musas" won two Latin Grammys: "Best Folk Album", and "Best Long Form Music Video".
LATIN GRAMMYS MUSIC PRODUCTION AND MUSIC DIRECTION: I had the pleasure of being Music Producer and Music Director for the TV performances of Alejandro Sanz and Natalia Lafourcade at the 2017 Latin Grammys. In addition to these performances, I was honored to be Music Director and one of the Music Producers for the "2017 Person of the Year Concert", honoring Alejandro Sanz, and featuring some of the biggest names in the Latin Music world: Juanes, Camila Cabello, Juan Luis Guerra, Alejandro Fernandez, Natalia Lafourcade, Mon Laferte, Residente, and many others, backed by an outstanding All-Star Band.
LATIN GRAMMY NOMINATIONS: Natalia Lafourcade "Musas" album has received four 2017 Latin Grammy nominations: "Album of the Year", "Song of the Year", "Best Folk Album", and "Best Long Form Music Video".
SESAC FILM & TV AWARD : my original music score for the ABC/Freemantle show "To Tell The Truth" received a SESAC Film & TV Award.
BARBRA STREISAND - NETFLIX : It's an honor to have arranged the opening and closing credits of Barbra's upcoming Netlifx special. More info coming soon!!!
NATALIA LAFOURCADE - Album Production (Sony): I'm super excited about producing this really special project. Natalia is one of the most extraordinary Latin artists, amazingly talented and a true joy to work with. "MUSAS" was released May 5, 2017 to great critical acclaim.
“TO TELL THE TRUTH” ABC/FREEMANTLE : I'm really happy to announce our TV show has been renewed for Season 3 ! I’m the Composer for the whole series, and couldn’t be more proud of being part of this team. Anthony Anderson hosts, featuring Betty White and an outstanding cast. Stay tuned !
2017 GRAMMYS - MUSICAL DIRECTION : it was an honor to be Musical Director of the Grammy Premier show, where Grammy Awards were give in over 70 categories. The "Cheche Alara All-Star Band" provided all music cues for the event, as well as a great performance with Ziggy Marley.
GRAMMYS - THE RECORDING ACADEMY: honored to have been elected Governor for the Los Angeles Chapter of the Recording Academy as a Conductor/Arranger. Looking forward to my term, and making an impact on our amazing music community.
BARBRA STREISAND - Concert Tour : it’s been such an honor to perform with the legendary Barbra in concert. Following the super successful 2016 Tour we will do some shows in New York at the beginning of May 2017.
JORDAN SMITH - PBS Christmas Special : I am the Executive Music Producer and Musical Director/Conductor for this phenomenal show, with special guest David Foster, and featuring some of the best musicians in the world. It will air starting in mid-November throughout the U.S.
ARTURO SANDOVAL - new album : had a blast playing piano, and Arranging/Conducting strings at Capitol Studios for the upcoming album by Latin Jazz legend. It’ll be a great project!
LATIN SONGWRITERS HALL OF FAME: had the pleasure of being Musical Director/Conductor and Arranger for the musical segment honoring songwriting legend Claudia Brant, celebrating her induction in the Hall of Fame.
PEPE AGUILAR : I had a great time arranging and conducting strings at The Village studios for my friend Pepe Aguilar’s latest album, in addition to recording Hammond organ and several vintage keyboards.
CHAYANNE - TOUR : It was an amazing experience to be Music Producer and Musical Director for Chayanne’s international Concert Tour. He performed to sold out stadiums and arenas around the world, and the show is just phenomenal.