about

Lauren Martinez is a pianist born and raised in El Paso, TX. Lauren has obtained her Master of Music degree in Piano Performance (UTEP ’24) and her Bachelor of Music degree in Piano Performance with a Concentration in Pedagogy (UTEP ’22). Lauren began playing the piano at the age of 7, and throughout the years has acquired great performance experience; from performing in Paris, France, to the home of Spanish composer, Joaquin Rodrigo in Madrid, Spain. A member of the El Paso Music Teachers Association, Texas Music Teachers Association, and Music Teachers National Association, Lauren has a private studio where she devotes her time in teaching piano to young, up and coming musicians. Another area that has piqued her interest is musicology. In April of 2023, Lauren presented original research at the Rocky Mountain American Musicological Society conference and has since become a current member of this association. Additionally, Lauren takes part in the ORFEO Music Festival in Vipiteno, Italy, where she collaborates with musicians from all over the world. An avid performer of Spanish and Latin American music, Lauren has developed an interest in researching the influences and compositions of Cuban pianist, Ernesto Lecuona, with the purpose of informing educators/musicians of this beloved composer.