Multifaceted passionate artist well versed in several musical and artistic topics, with a vast orchestral and chamber music experience, occupying leadership positions in different types of ensembles as well as a an advocate for arts diversity, accessibility and education.
1st Prize - Charleston international Music Competition
Additionally to his performance engagements, Santiago has participated in master classes with sought-after artists such as: Santiago Canon-Valencia, Denis Shapovalov, John Sharp, Lynn Kabat, Alvaro Bitran, Evelien Prakke and Evan Drachmann. Has collaborated in concert with musicians of world-renowned companies such as: Het Concertgebow Orkest, Camerata Salzburg, Orchestre De Paris, Frankfurt Radio Symphony and the London Philarmonia. And performed concerts in some of the best known music venues around the globe such as: Het Concertgebow, Paris Philarmonie, Wienner Kozerthaus, Hamburg Elbphilarmonie, Koelner Philarmonie and Kurhaus Wiesbaden. He studied previously with Prof. Andres Munoz in Cartagena, Prof. Paul Christopher at Northwestern State University and is currently a member of Prof. Richard Hirschl class at CCPA.