Walter Aparicio

Known for the passion and authenticity he brings to his performances, pianist Walter Aparicio has dedicated his career to championing the music of Latin America. He has conducted workshops and delivered recitals nationwide and abroad, introducing audiences to seldom-heard pieces from the Latin American repertoire, with a special focus on his homeland, Bolivia. In doing so, he forges connections to dance, language, and folk traditions, aiming to inspire inquiry on matters of cultural heritage and identity.
 

His New York credits include alternative spaces such as the Cell Theatre, Roulette, and Soapbox Gallery as well as more traditional venues like Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall & Symphony Space. Outside of the US, he’s performed in France, Russia, China, Spain and his native Bolivia. He also regularly performs with his voice & piano duo, DUO CHUX, an ensemble where they explore new & old art song. His debut album "Aires Indios: Piano Music of Bolivia" (MSR Classics) showcases compositions by Eduardo Caba, Simeón Roncal, and Marvin Sandi—three trailblazing Bolivian composers.

Currently, Aparicio is on faculty at Manhattan School of Music - Precollege Division, where he teaches courses in piano literature and coaches chamber music; Piano Works in Progress, an organization whose focus is the adult learner; and he maintains a thriving private studio in Manhattan. He is staff accompanist at the Chapin School & Bank Street, School for Children and enjoys writing for New York Concert Review. Walter served on the Executive Board of the Piano Teachers Congress of New York where he co-chaired the 20th /21st-Century Piano Festival for ten seasons and was past president – he now assists as a member of the Advisory Board. Walter holds degrees from NYU Steinhardt and Manhattan School of Music.

Breaking new ground in the nonprofit sector, Aparicio is the Founder & Board President of the Foundation for Bolivian Artists, Inc. The organization’s mission is to discover, promote and provide performing opportunities to musicians of Bolivian heritage through its competitive program, Kantuta Concerts. Through this and other exciting initiatives, he endeavors to foster a close-knit community that grants visibility to the country, its music & composers and these talented individuals while underscoring the significance and unique perspective they bring from their distinct cultural background. 

To learn more about Mr. Aparicio or his nonprofit please visit: www.walteraparicio.com or www.bolivianartistfoundation.org