Arturo Rodriguez is a Chicano flutist, composer, and executive professional based in the San Francisco Bay Area. With nearly three decades of experience as a performer, educator, and composer, he has established himself as a dynamic and versatile musician. He regularly collaborates with ensembles such as the San Francisco Philharmonic, Bay Area Rainbow Symphony, and Awesöme Orchestra Collective, bringing expressive artistry and technical mastery to the stage.

As a sought-after chamber musician, Arturo is a core member of Ensemble 126, a flute septet specializing in contemporary and experimental repertoire, and co-founded the Melanin Rhapsody Flute Choir, which made its acclaimed debut at the 2024 National Flute Association Convention. His chamber music experience also includes performances with the Etesian Duo, Homme Wind Quintet, and The Deep Tones Wind Quintet.

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Arturo's orchestral career spans numerous prestigious ensembles, having held positions with the San Jose Symphonic Choir, Diablo Symphony Orchestra, Oakland Civic Orchestra, and Korsa (formerly YMTC). As a piccolo and flute specialist, he has performed with the University of the Pacific Symphony and Operatic Orchestra, Young People's Symphony Orchestra, and Oakland Youth Symphony Orchestra, among others. His commitment to artistic excellence has led to solo performances with orchestras, including Liebermann’s Piccolo Concerto with the Oakland Symphony Youth Orchestra and the University of the Pacific Symphony Orchestra, as well as Vivaldi’s Flute Concertos.

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In addition to his performance career, Arturo is a dedicated educator, providing private flute instruction since 2013 and serving as a flute instructor for the Young Musicians Choral Orchestra, where he has mentored students in technique, musicianship, and extended flute repertoire. He has also participated in international festivals such as the Alfredo de Saint-Malo Music Festival in Panama, the UC Berkeley Summer Symphony, and the Young People's Symphony Orchestra’s tour in Sydney, Australia.

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As a composer, Arturo’s work includes the Requiem Sinfonica, a large-scale orchestral piece commemorating the victims of the Ghost Ship warehouse fire, which premiered with the Awesöme Orchestra Collective in 2022. His compositions and arrangements for flute ensembles have been featured at major events, including the National Flute Association Convention.

Beyond live performance, Arturo has contributed to recording projects with Undercover Presents, Awesöme Orchestra Collective, and The Dear Hunter, showcasing his versatility in orchestral, contemporary, and cross-genre collaborations. His deep engagement in the music world extends to competitive auditions, having performed for ensembles such as the San Diego Symphony, Symphony San Jose, and Chicago Symphony Orchestra.

With a passion for artistic innovation and mentorship, Arturo continues to push the boundaries of flute performance, composition, and education, making a lasting impact in the Bay Area and beyond