Biography
Iago Rodriguez Paulino is a composer based out of Boston, MA. As he finishes up his Bachelor's degree at Berklee College of Music, pursuing a double major in Film Scoring and Composition, with minors specialising in Video Game Scoring and Conducting, he is on track to graduate summa cum laude.
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His music has been commended for its unique voice, drawing from influences like his native Spain, as well as Celtic music. His command of the orchestra is often praised, and his capacity for sound design makes him a multifaceted composer. Perhaps the most valuable tools in his arsenal is his versatility. His extensive knowledge of contemporary styles and composition techniques has made him very adaptable, and he has received acclaim for his capacity to blend styles and genres.
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Iago's work writing for mixed media has led to acclaim that highly praised his versatility, effectiveness, and creative orchestration. His substantial experience in score preparation has made him a capable copyist and assistant, while his involvement in conducting makes him a valuable asset in recording sessions.
Extended Biography
This is my story.
Born in Spain in 2003, and my journey into music began at age 3 when I first picked up a classical guitar. Music quickly overtook my life, and I soon added the clarinet to my repertoire. By the time I was 14, I was playing five instruments, which including the tenor saxophone and piano. During this period, I achieved significant milestones in my classical music career, earning 3 ABRSM pre-collegiate certificates in guitar, clarinet, and music theory, under the guidance of professors Andrew Booth, Rani Heymann, and Liat Alkan-Heymann. I also had the opportunity to perform with the Guitaarorkest Nederland (Guitar Orchestra of the Netherlands) and at venues like the European Space Agency and the American Chamber of Commerce, which helped establish my reputation as a promising musician.
Though classical music has been a significant part of my journey, my passion for music also stretches into genres like jazz, rock, and blues. Years of playing in various bands and contemporary chamber ensembles allowed me to blend influences from Celtic music, Flamenco, Latin jazz, and more, creating a unique musical journey of my own.
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After years of focusing on performing music, I started composing at the age of 16, and was immediately drawn to the works of composers such as Beethoven, Korngold, and Wagner. Slowly, under the guidance of Jim Yarnell and Idan Goldwasser, I began incorporating these influences into my compositions, developing a deeply personal and unique style. I attended Berklee College of Music's Film Scoring summer intensive, and it was there that I realized my true passion for writing music for media. The idea of storytelling through music, and reflecting the world around me, inspired me to apply to Berklee.
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In 2021, I began my formal studies at Berklee College of Music, with the help of a World Tour Scholarship. I quickly declared a double major in Composition and Screen Scoring, adding double minors in Conducting and Video Game Scoring to complement my skillset. During my time at Berklee, I had the privilege of studying under esteemed professors such as Claudio Ragazzi, Dario Eskenazi, Max Blomgrem, Marti Epstein, and Larry Thomas Bell. My style began to evolve as I began to explore even more musical styles that opened up to me thanks to the Berklee community, such as Folk, Country, and Alternative pop; and I gained some moderate proficiency as a banjo player as part of a band. Heavily inspired by the new genres and world influences I was able to learn, and the paramount guidance from such accomplished mentors and peers, my work began to shine in its own light. As that work gained recognition within the Berklee community, I became the Vice President of the Society of Composers and had the chance to premiere pieces at Berklee's David Friend Recital Hall and The Loft.
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Now, I’m expanding my work beyond Berklee. I started writing music for commissions in 2022 and began composing on external media projects in early 2023.
The journey continues... I’m excited to see what stories I will be fortunate enough to tell, and what magic I will have the privilege of creating. So excited for this next chapter!
