Donatas Zakaras

“I have graduated from E. Balsys Gymnasium of Arts in Klaipeda in 1997; earned Master Degree in Choral Conducting (2003, under C. Radžiunas), Bachelor Degree in Composition (2005) and Master Degree in Composition (2009, under O. Balakauskas) from the Lithuanian Academy of music and Theatre. In 2003–2012 I was a member (singer) of Vilnius Municipal choir Jauna muzika. In 2006-2019, I have served as a senior specialist of the Music Department of the Lithuanian Folk Culture Centre. In 2020-2023 choir artist (singer) in Lithuanian national opera and ballet Theatre. Since 2022 choirmaster of Vilnius university mixed choir Pro musica. My choral works have repeatedly been performed at the Lithuanian National Philharmonic Hall and Congress Hall, Song celebrations, gathered prizes in various competitions. I have composed music for theatre productions, installations, advertisement, musical spectacles for children. My choral and instrumental works have been performed in international competitions (Singapore, Germany, Austria, the USA, Japan, Italy, Poland, Estonia) and festivals.”
Donatas Zakaras