Bruno Raco
"Pianist, komponist, arrangør og musiklærer siden 1999"
Italian-British Classical Pianist and Composer with international experience as accompanist and performer. Won two times (1994 -1995) the National Piano Competition "Giovani Musicisti della Liguria" and played his first piano recital in 1995.
Has played for international ballet competitions and workshops such as: Prix de Lausanne, American Ballet Theatre (ABT), Royal Academy of Dance (RAD), Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK), Beijing International Ballet and Choreography Competition, Migros Kultur and others.
Composed original works for several different projects such as Ballet, Movies and Documentaries, using both instrumental music and electronic sounds. Has published several albums in the digital distribution covering many different styles. Has also worked privately as music teacher for more than 22 years with best results and satisfaction of his students.
SKILLS
Talented improviser
Perfect pitch
Comprehensive knowledge of harmony and musical styles.
Ability to teach in different languages (Italian, English, French, Spanish, German)
DISCOGRAPHY
Music for Ballet Class - Repertoire (100+ Best Selection)
Music for Ballet Class Repertoire - Best Selection, Vol. 2
Classical Ballet Variations for Male and Female
Disney Ballet Class
Disney Ballet Class, Vol. 2
Disney Villains Ballet Class
Music for Ballet Class, Vol. 1
Music for Ballet Class, Vol. 2
Music for Ballet Class, Vol. 3
Children's Ballet Music
Children's Ballet Music, Vol. 2
Children's Ballet Music Multicultural Selection
Electrical Stream Wave
Peaceful and Relaxing Piano Music
Christmas Ballet Music
Christmas Ballet Music, Vol. 2
Christmas Ballet Music, Vol. 3
Ballet Music Pop Rock
Children's Ballet Music - Old MacDonald’s Farm
Music for Ballet Class - Historical Dances
Music for Ballet Class - Raymonda
Music for Ballet Class - The Nutcracker
Music for Ballet Class - Halloween
Music for Ballet Class - Halloween, Vol. 2
Music for Ballet Class - Romeo and Juliet
Music for Ballet Class - Chopin
WORK HISTORY
-Music Teacher,
Huber Widemann Schule AG (HWS)
History of Music and Music Theory
-Ballet Pianist,
Zurich Dance Academy
Ballettschule Theater Basel
Braswell Arts Center - Basel
Mainz State Theater - Big House - Mainz
Balletto Teatro di Torino
-Ballet Pianist,
Online Ballet Classes and Workshops:
Royal Ballet Academy of Dance (RAD)
Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK)
Zurich Dance Academy (taZ)
American Ballet Theater (ABT)
Ballettschule Theater Basel (BTB)
Braswell Arts Center (BAC)
Conservatorio de Danzas de Panamá
Preston Li’s Academy of Dance
Pro Ballet School Cinthia Labaronne
Rieti Danza Estate
Broche Ballet
Musical Compositions for International Events 2020 - 2025
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YAGP - "Classical Ballet Barre" with Amanda Bennett, Artistic Director, Ballet School at Basel Theater
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Prix de Lausanne - "Contemporary Phrases” with Armando Braswell
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TeleBasel - "Our artists against the crisis" with Armando Braswell
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Braswell Arts Center - BAC Virtual Benefit Gala “The Beginning of the End” Rachelle Scott and Dayne Florence
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Prix de Lausanne - Video Edition - Day 3 and 4 “Complete Ballet Class” (Audition for some candidates)
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Swisscom IT - "Pronti Insieme" Advertisement (Voice-Over, Actor)
International Events 2022-2025:
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Pro Ballet School - Summer Ballet Workshop 2025
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Online Master Class "Music Theory for Ballet Dancers with Broche Ballet"
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Online Master Class with Raymond Lukens from ABT (Pianist accompaniment)
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BAC VIRTUAL BENEFIT GALA 2022 - Live Performance with dancer
Andrea Tortosa Vidal from Theater Basel
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BLOIS DANSE FESTIVAL - Choreographer Rachelle Scott
The Beginning of One End (Original Music Composition)
July 1st and 3rd, 2022 - July 1st and 3rd, 2022 - France Premiere
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Riehen Dance Center (Original Music Composition) March 25, 2023
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Pro Ballet School - Summer Ballet Workshop - July 3-15, 2023 - Teacher Julio Arozarena
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Pro Ballet School - Ballet Workshop - Nov 14-18, 2023 - Teacher Julio Arozarena
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Richard Wherlock Workshop - Nov 19th, 2023 - Teacher Arman Grigoryan
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Ballettschule Theater Basel (BTB) - Original Music Composition for Christmas Concert Performance - Dic 14th, 16th, 2023
Piano Concerts, Performances, Musical Compositions, Soundtracks:
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“Arvo Pärt Variations for the Healing of Arinushka”
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Ballet on “Bach Sonata n.1 for Violin and Piano BWV 1014”
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Ballet Performance for Basel Mission in Münsterplatz, Basel
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“Chopin Etude Op. 25, No. 7 in C Sharp Minor”
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See more for yourself | Armando Braswell | TEDxBasel
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“An evening of dance” created for ETAVIS - Performance at the Filter4
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Artist Residency Program - Braswell Arts Center
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“Strano” Alessandro Schiattarella
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“Tell me where It is” Alessandro Schiattarella
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“SEXXX” Film directed by Davide Ferrario (Original Music)
Bruno Racos jobreference
Zürichs Kunstuniversitet
(ZHdK)
Bruno Raco, was employed at the Zurich University of the Arts from 1 February 2025 to 31 July 2025 as a répétiteur (ballet accompanist/korrepetitor) in the Department of Performing Arts and Film, specifically at the Zurich Dance Academy (taZ).
The Zurich Dance Academy (taZ) offers professional dance training with a focus on classical dance. As part of the Department of Performing Arts and Film at the Zurich University of the Arts, it trains young national and international talents in its study programmes (preparatory classes, foundation and main studies) to become professional classical stage dancers.
Bruno Raco possessed sound professional knowledge and extensive experience in his field. He applied his acquired knowledge in an exemplary manner and easily adapted to new tasks. His excellent language skills were invaluable for communication in his work environment.
He excelled at representing the institution's interests and combining them with the demands of professional practice. He was characterized by a healthy degree of self-confidence and independence. We came to know Bruno Raco as a flexible and resilient employee. He was open to new things and successfully put what he had learned into practice. He addressed changes openly and was willing to support new projects. He showed initiative and was exceptionally dedicated.
He was adept at handling new projects and changes. He made decisions with great independence and expertise.
His actions were thoroughly considered, technically sound, and highly responsible. His performance exceeded
our high expectations in every respect. He completed his tasks in an exemplary and conscientious manner,
delivering outstanding quality
Bruno Raco treated others with kindness, patience, and respect. He forwarded important information to the
appropriate people in a timely and targeted manner. Bruno Raco possessed excellent verbal and written
communication skills and could easily communicate with others. He supported and fostered teamwork through
his dedicated and helpful nature. He was approachable, friendly, and helpful. He was recognized and valued by
superiors and colleagues alike.
Bruno Raco will be leaving us on July 31, 2025, at his own request. We deeply regret his departure and thank
him for his tireless dedication. We wish him all the best and much success in his future personal and professional
endeavors.
Jason Beechey
Head of Dance
Bruno Racos jobreference
BALLETTSKOLE TEATER BASEL
(BTB)
Bruno Raco begyndte at spille til ballettimer på Balletschule Theater Basel i august 2012. Siden da har hans musik været en inspiration for både elever og lærere. Hans evne til at finde præcis det rigtige stykke musik at spille til hver øvelse inspirerer ikke kun, det gør det også muligt for lærerne at formidle essensen af øvelsen og støtter eleverne i at yde deres allerbedste. Jeg har haft fornøjelsen af at arbejde med mange fremragende pianister i løbet af de sidste 20 år, men Bruno Raco er den person, der konsekvent har forstået min undervisning og tilladt mig at bringe det, jeg føler er vigtigt, til eleverne.
Jeg føler mig privilegeret over at have haft ham til at spille i mine timer.
Han er en person med den højeste integritet, både professionelt og personligt, og har været et vigtigt medlem af teamet fra den første dag. Han har altid støttet sine kolleger og er altid klar til at træde til og hjælpe i tilfælde af sygdom eller nødsituationer. Takket være hans generøsitet kunne vi afholde Zoom-undervisning med vores elever under Covid med livemusik.
Desværre lukker Balletschule Theater Basel ved udgangen af juni 2023 på grund af manglende økonomisk støtte. Af denne grund forlader hr. Raco vores ansættelse. Det har været en stor ære for mig at arbejde med ham, og jeg beklager dybt, at vores samarbejde ikke vil fortsætte på grund af BTB-lukningen. Bruno Raco vil være et stort aktiv for enhver organisation, og jeg håber, at jeg også vil kunne arbejde med ham igen i fremtiden.
Hvis du har brug for yderligere oplysninger, er du velkommen til at kontakte mig når som helst.
Med venlig hilsen,
Amanda Bennett
BTB-direktør
