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Camillo Angarita is a Colombian classical guitarist and composer who has gained international recognition for his virtuosic performances and innovative compositions. Born on August 22, 1987, in Bogotá, Colombia, Angarita showed an early interest in music and began playing the guitar at the age of six. He was initially self-taught, but later received formal training from renowned guitarists such as Ricardo Cobo and Alvaro Pierri. Angarita's talent and dedication to the guitar quickly became apparent, and he began to win numerous awards and competitions. In 2005, he won first prize in the National Guitar Competition in Colombia, and in 2006, he won first prize in the International Guitar Competition in Costa Rica. These early successes paved the way for Angarita's career as a professional musician. In 2007, Angarita was awarded a scholarship to study at the prestigious Peabody Institute of the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland. There, he studied with Manuel Barrueco, one of the most renowned guitarists in the world. During his time at Peabody, Angarita honed his skills as a performer and composer, and he began to develop a unique style that blended traditional classical guitar techniques with elements of Colombian folk music. After completing his studies at Peabody, Angarita embarked on a successful career as a soloist and chamber musician. He has performed in major concert halls and festivals throughout the world, including the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C., the Palacio de Bellas Artes in Mexico City, and the Festival Internacional de Guitarra de Morelia in Mexico. He has also collaborated with a wide range of musicians, including the Cuarteto Latinoamericano, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, and the Colombian National Symphony Orchestra. In addition to his performances, Angarita has also gained recognition for his compositions. His works have been performed by numerous ensembles and orchestras, and he has received commissions from organizations such as the Baltimore Classical Guitar Society and the Colombian Ministry of Culture. His compositions often incorporate elements of Colombian folk music, as well as other Latin American and European musical traditions. Angarita's recordings have also received critical acclaim. His debut album, "Camillo Angarita: Guitar Recital," was released in 2012 and features works by Bach, Ponce, and Barrios, as well as several of his own compositions. His second album, "Colombian Guitar Music," was released in 2016 and features works by Colombian composers such as Gentil Montaña and Luis Zea, as well as several of Angarita's own compositions. Throughout his career, Angarita has remained committed to promoting classical guitar music and Colombian culture. He has given masterclasses and workshops at universities and conservatories throughout the world, and he has also founded several music festivals and organizations in Colombia, including the Festival Internacional de Guitarra de Bogotá and the Fundación Camilo Torres Restrepo, which provides music education to underprivileged children. In recognition of his contributions to the world of classical guitar, Angarita has received numerous awards and honors. In 2010, he was awarded the Order of Merit by the Colombian Ministry of Culture, and in 2012, he was named a Cultural Ambassador by the Colombian government.

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