Richard Logothetis(’18)

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Richard is a composer and conductor originally from Houston, Texas. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Composition from Tulane University in New Orleans. While living in New Orleans, he developed a unique musical style blending the myriad traditions of the city, from Dixieland Jazz and Classical Opera to the raucous sounds of the city’s marching bands. He worked as a performer and teacher, and conducted several local community orchestras. As a culmination of this work, he founded and led his own group, Ensemble 504 Chamber Orchestra.

Richard moved to Boston in summer 2016 to enroll in BU’s Arts Admin program. He now works as the Development Director and Assistant Conductor of MetroWest Opera in Brighton. He still writes music on commission, and frequently looks to create new forms of expression that uniquely depict the times we live in.

I have come relish my time in the program so far. The professors are passionate and dedicated to molding us into the art world’s next leaders. I have yet to meet a student in the program who is isn’t here because of some strong desire to effect positive change in the world. Even after long days at work, I am excited to go to class and learn with my colleagues. I cannot begin to stress how amazing that feeling is.