Glen Velez

Background

Velez, Glen was born on October 5, 1949 in Dallas, Texas, United States. Son of Henry and Hazel Jesucita (Villafuerte) Velez.

Education

Student, Manhattan School Music, 1971-1974.

Career

Musician, La Mama Etc. Theatre Company; New York City, 1972-1973; musician, Steve Reich Ensemble, New York City, 1972-1988; musician, composer, Handance, New York City, since 1981; musician, Paul Winter Consort, Litchfield, Connecticut, since 1983; faculty member, Mannes College of Music, New York City, since 1996; faculty member, Hartt School of Music, Hartford, Connecticut, since 1997. Consultant Remo Drum Company, Los Angeles, 1984-1986.

Founder Frame Drum Music Public Company. New York City, since 1985.

Achievements

• Glen Velez has been listed as a notable Musician, composer by Marquis Who's Who.

Membership

Member Percussive Arts Society, Broadcast Music, Inc.

Connections

Father:

Henry Velez

Mother:

Hazel Jesucita (Villafuerte) Velez