Luis Casal, a prominent violinist and violist from Panama, has made remarkable contributions to the music world as both a performer and educator. Recognized as a “Remarkable Citizen of Panama 2015” by the National Commission Pro Civic Values and Morals, Dr. Casal has been lauded for his exceptional artistry. His distinguished career encompasses roles such as vice president of the Sinfonía Concertante Foundation of Panama and honorary academic adviser to the Alfredo Saint Malo Music Festival. Dr. Casal teaches violin and viola at the Brooklyn Conservatory of Music, Lucy Moses School at the Kaufman Music Center, and Washington Heights Community Conservatory of Fine Arts. His performance experience is extensive, including Principal Violist with the National Symphony of Panama, Principal Violist of the Laredo Philharmonic Orchestra, and Concertmaster of the Butler Symphony Orchestra. He has also served as Concertmaster at the 2003 Tertis International Viola Workshop and guest Concertmaster of the Altoona Symphony Orchestra. He has collaborated with renowned conductors and performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall and the Kennedy Center. Dr. Casal’s recent projects include performances with the Ensemblast Project and collaborations with modern composers. His compositional work includes “8 Etudes for Violin,” commissioned by The Juilliard School in 2021.