Heraclio Mateus is a distinguished trumpeter and trumpet teacher at the District University “Francisco José de Caldas” in Bogotá, Colombia. He holds degrees in Trumpet Performance and Music Conduction from the National University of Colombia, along with Postgraduate and Master’s degrees from the Superior Conservatory of Music of Liceu and the Escola Superior de Musica de Catalunya in Spain. Heraclio has performed as a guest musician at numerous prestigious festivals in Colombia and internationally and is endorsed by the renowned trumpet brand STOMVI. In addition to his teaching and soloist career, he is finalizing his album “Buenas Influencias.”
Heraclio began his musical studies in 1993 and has since studied with various esteemed teachers and participated in masterclasses with renowned trumpeters worldwide. He has performed as a soloist with several prominent orchestras and is part of the chamber music group Trio Tri-Vento. Heraclio has served as the main trumpet player for numerous ensembles and has taught at several universities. He has also organized and founded significant trumpet seminars and contests in Colombia and Ecuador, with a dedicated focus on advancing trumpet education in Latin America. His passion for music and education continues to drive his efforts in nurturing future generations of trumpet players.