About this Artist

Estevan Olmos graduated with a B.A. in music composition from California State University, Fresno and is now continuing his graduate studies at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music. He was born in Fresno, California and graduated with a B.A. in music composition from California State University, Fresno and is currently studying at the University of Southern California for his M.M. composition degree. His wide ranging experience as a composer, percussionist and first generation Mexican-American results in music that seeks to surprise and delight the listener, while subverting their expectations. His new found sound also focuses on the innovations and lineage of sound within and outside musical traditions. By drawing upon the continuum of the world’s expansive drum traditions, Estevan is able to create rhythmic and melodic worlds that hold more meaning than simply being a “groove.” These aspects find their way into Estevan’s work to highlight the importance of rhythm as not just a musical aspect but as culture, expression and history.