Gustavo Moretto

Pianist and composer, Gustavo Moretto started as a trumpet player, composer and pianist for Alma y Vida, one of Argentina's most famous bands in the 1970’s, he later formed Alas in late 1974 (together with Alex Zuker and Carlos Riganti), where he was the composer and keyboard player. He also worked as a studio sessionist and guest performer with many prominent Argentine musicians. In 1979, Mr. Moretto traveled to the United States where he pursued formal training in composition. He holds a Doctorate degree in music composition from Columbia University in New York City and is currently a professor in charge of the instrumental program at LaGuardia Community College in that same city. His classical works have been performed by several prestigious ensembles and he has received many honors (a Guggenheim Fellowship, among others). Currently Gustavo performs with both the Gustavo Moretto Cuartet and Alas.