Bagpipe Teacher
Álvaro Cueto Cueto was born in Villaviciosa in 1991 and began his bagpiping career in 1999 at the Escuela de Música Tradicional Banda Gaites Villaviciosa, under the guidance of Miguel Alonso. He joined the band in 2003, achieving significant success in the Liga Galega de Bandas de Gaitas, winning the championship in 2005 and 2006.
Throughout his career, he furthered his musical training with renowned musicians such as José Manuel Tejedor and Xuacu Amieva, deepening his knowledge and interpretation of the Asturian bagpipe. In 2009, he joined Banda Gaites Ribeseya, where he took on the role of bagpipe section leader the following year.
He is currently musical director of Banda Gaites Villaviciosa – El Gaitero, combining his experience as a performer and director with bagpipe teaching. His background and training allow him to offer students an approach that brings together technique, practical experience and knowledge of Asturian musical tradition.
ÁLVARO CUETO
He gives bagpipe lessons at all levels on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, from beginners to more advanced students.
Percussion Teacher
Edu Llosa began his musical career at Banda Gaites Villaviciosa – El Gaitero, where he trained as a bagpiper and percussionist. He continued his studies at the Professional Conservatory of Music and Dance of Gijón and CONSMUPA, further developing his skills through specialist courses and masterclasses.
Throughout his career, he has gained extensive experience as a percussionist with ensembles such as the Banda Sinfónica de Gijón and the groups Alienda and Abéu, taking part in concerts and recordings. He also works as a guitarist, composer and music producer.
He is currently percussion director and teacher at Banda Gaites Villaviciosa – El Gaitero, where he leads the percussion section and teaches snare drum and drum. His career combines academic training, professional experience and knowledge of Asturian traditional music, which he passes on to new generations of musicians.
EDU LLOSA
He gives percussion lessons at all levels on Mondays and Thursdays, from beginners to more advanced students.
