Alex Nazaretski is an award-winning guitarist, pianist, and composer based in Rochester, NY. Renowned for his distinctive musical voice, he seamlessly bridges genres and traditions with a compelling artistic vision.

Alex’s journey in music began at the age of five with the piano, but it wasn’t until several years later that the guitar truly determined his path as a musician. Initially drawn to metal, his exploration of the instrument deepened into a profound reverence for classical music, ultimately leading him to study at the Eastman School of Music.

Before attending Eastman, Alex trained under David Galvez, a distinguished guitarist based in New York City, and later studied with acclaimed Canadian guitarist Drew Henderson. In 2020, he began his studies at Eastman, earning his Bachelor of Music in 2024 and continuing into the Master’s program under the renowned Professor Nicholas Goluses. His piano studies with Kevin Lee Sun further enriched his understanding of pianism, shaping his multidimensional approach to music. He also studied with the esteemed jazz guitarist Bob Sneider, along with the famed pianist, theorist and author Dariusz Terefenko.
Throughout his academic and professional career, Alex has maintained an active performance schedule, presenting concert programs across Rochester and beyond. He has received recognition in numerous competitions, including the Houston Classical Guitar Festival, the Philadelphia Classical Guitar Competition, Eastman’s Guitar Concerto Competition, and the Buffalo International Guitar Festival & Competition. His excellence was acknowledged with Eastman’s prestigious Performer’s Certificate. He was also awarded a Certificate of Advanced Achievement in the Art of Improvisation and Composition, for his work as a composer and improviser.

In summer 2024, Alex was selected as one of only four guitarists worldwide for the Ex-Aequo artist residency in Austin, Texas, where he performed and recorded professionally.

Alex has participated in masterclasses with legendary guitarists such as Paul Galbraith, Thomas Viloteau, Matthew McAllister, Allan Neave, and David Russell.

He will continue his studies at the Yale School of Music with the renowned guitarist and composer João Luiz Rezende.

Beyond his achievements as a performer, Alex is a dedicated composer. Influenced by his metal roots and classical training, his compositions blend hypnotic sounds with intricate rhythmic structures. He has written extensively for solo guitar and piano, as well as chamber ensembles, and has received commissions for his music, including from the Kacherski-Morita duo who will premiere his new work “A Beckoning” in Houston, Texas. His upcoming album will feature all original compositions in a variety of instrumentations from piano trio to solo eight string guitar. Beyond that, he is the founder of the technical death metal band Isomorphist which has released their debut EP “Iridescence” on all streaming platforms.