Winds of the iberian traditions
A wind instrumentalist initially trained in clarinet, Juan Francisco Ballestero expanded his trajectory toward roots and early music, incorporating Baroque flutes, bagpipes, dulzainas and albokas. He combines academic training with direct learning alongside traditional ensembles from Galicia, the Valencian Country and Castile, integrating technique and oral tradition.
His interest in diverse wind languages has led him to explore repertoires ranging from early music to contemporary creation inspired by tradition.
He has been part of projects such as Jove Dixieland Band, Metal Cambra and Ultreia, and currently combines teaching with participation in various ensembles dedicated to traditional and newly created music.
