Samuel Vargas Teixeira, violin

Samuel Vargus Teixeira is a Venezuelan-born violinist recognized for his dynamic solo career and leadership in premiering newly commissioned works for violin and orchestra.  A prizewinner of major international distinction he received First Prize at the 2021 Sphinx Competition, the 2022 Jose Antonio Abrean International Prize for the Arts and the Visionary Impact Award for Entrepreneurship in 2024.

He serves on the faculty of the Schwob School of Music at Columbus State University, where he leads a violin studio and serves as Chamber Music Coordinator, guiding students in both solo and chamber music.