Sebastian Franjou began studying classical guitar and music theory at the conservatory in Nantes, France. In middle school, he self-studied electric guitar and played rock, blues, and jazz in various bands. Sebastian is a junior majoring in Music and Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at MIT. He also is an Emerson Fellow, studying with Jérôme Mouffe. He is currently co-director and co-conductor of MIT’s Video Game Orchestra, and has been involved with various music ensembles on campus, including the Festival Jazz Ensemble, Musical Theatre Guild, and Love and a Sandwich.
Program:
J.S. Bach, French Suite No. I, BWV 812 (1722)
Frank Martin, Quatres Pièces Brèves (1933)
Manuel Ponce, Sonatina Meridional (1939)
Abel Carlevaro, Preludios Americanos (1974)
Ástor Piazzolla, Tango no. 3 (adapted from La Muerta del Angel) (1962)
