Colombia
David Tumbaqui is a Colombian percussionist born in the city of Ipiales, Nariño. From a young age, he discovered his passion for music by participating in marching bands such as Brigada 152, Gran Banda Drum and Bugle Corps, and Shadow Scouts Marching Band (Brazil), with which he has won various competitions held in Colombia, Brazil, Mexico, and the United States.
He currently resides in the city of Cali, Valle del Cauca, where he is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Music at Universidad del Valle. He is a member of several ensembles, including the Symphonic Band, the Symphony Orchestra, the Salsa Orchestra, and the Carmen López music and dance group. Throughout his career, he has represented Colombia at international festivals in the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, the United States, and Germany. Additionally, he has been selected to perform with the Cali Philharmonic Orchestra, FILMO Orchestra, and the Valle Youth Symphonic Band.
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