Ruiz, Federico

Federico Ruiz Hurtado (born February 8, 1948) is a Venezuelan composer, arranger, and arts administrator. He has composed in diverse genres including symphonic, chamber, and electroacoustic music. His music for film has earned wide popularity in Venezuela and many of his works are part of the repertoire of ensembles in El Sistema.

Pianist Clara Rodríguez has championed and recorded Ruiz’s music.

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