Eliezer Anteliz is a Venezuelan violinist, orchestra conductor, and computer science professional whose career stands out for his commitment to music education and his skill in orchestral conducting. His musical journey began in 1987 with Venezuela’s National System of Youth and Children's Orchestras and Choirs (FUNDAMUSICAL Simón Bolívar) as a member of the Lope Díaz Milano núcleo in Cúa, where he studied under the guidance of maestros Carlos Francia and Carme Piñango. In 1992, he received his first violin and quickly progressed to become the principal violinist in his núcleo's youth orchestra.
In 1994, he was selected to join Venezuela's first National Youth Orchestra, an opportunity that allowed him to share the stage with now-renowned international musicians such as Gustavo Dudamel, Diego Matheus, and Alejandro Carreño. Among his most memorable performances was his participation in welcoming Pope John Paul II to Venezuela in 1996, marking a significant milestone in his early career.
Eliezer continued his musical development with the Miranda Symphony Orchestra and Jóvenes Arcos de Venezuela and later took on leadership roles as Musical Director in various FUNDAMUSICAL núcleos. From 2011 to 2016, he served as the Principal Director in the Lope Díaz Milano and Charallave núcleos, as well as the Director of the Tuy Valleys Orchestras and Choirs Foundation, where he promoted music education for hundreds of young people in the Miranda region.
In 2017, he expanded his career internationally when he was appointed Director of the Digital Núcleo for Fundación Telefónica at Sinfonía por el Perú in Lima. During this time, he also served as a guest conductor for the Roraima Phil Orchestra in Venezuela, allowing him to maintain a connection with the music scene in his home country. Over the years, he has refined his conducting technique under the guidance of renowned maestros such as Gregory Carreño, Luis Miguel González, Alfredo Rugeles, Gonzalo Hidalgo, and Elizabeth Vergara Gallego.
Currently, Eliezer Anteliz holds a key role at the Classical Music Institute (CMI) in San Antonio, Texas, where he coordinates the Ascend program. In this position, he leads initiatives to promote the musical and educational development of young talents, implementing programs that combine musical technique with community and cultural learning. His work at CMI reflects his commitment to nurturing new generations of musicians and his vision of music as a tool for connection and personal growth.
