Marcelo Bussiki

Marcelo Bussiki (born July 5, 1960 in Cuiabá, Brazil) is a Brazilian director and conductor. He currently works with the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra in Bryan, Texas. Each year, he conducts a variety of classical concerts of universal appeal in several locations. Since 2006, he is also the Chairman of Fine Arts in Blinn College, Bryan, Texas [1].

Born in Cuiabá, in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, Marcelo Bussiki left to Rio de Janeiro at a young age to pursue his musical interests, eventually attending the Brazilian Conservatory of Music. Later on, he continued his studies in conducting at the Federal University of Rio de Janeiro. Upon graduation, he landed the position of music director for the Federal University of Mato Grosso and held that position for six years. Due to his contribution not only in musical education but also in cultural expansion, Marcelo Bussiki was honored with the Ordem de Mérito de Mato Grosso (Mato Grosso Merit Award) [2]. His most prestigious award to date is the title of ‘Oficial’, the highest honor that the executive power (Presidential) can confer upon an artist in Brazil.

In 1992, under a scholarship from the Brazilian government, he went to the United States to study at the Moores School of Music at the University of Houston. Two years later, he conducted the University of Houston's New Music Ensemble until 1996. This participation and vast musical experience allowed him to develop a repertoire of modern and contemporary music which he displays during his presentations now as the current conductor and director of the Brazos Valley Symphony Orchestra [3].

Marcelo Bussiki currently resides in Bryan, Texas.