Joseph Gárate

Joseph Gárate is a native of Los Angeles. He earned a B.M. and an M.M. in Vocal Performance from CSULA where he studied with Susan Kane. As a soloist Joseph has appeared throughout the country in a number of operas, oratorios, and concert works. In addition to his work in classical music, Joseph is a songwriter, recording artist, DJ, and bandleader whose project D I A M O N D S has showcased at a variety of venues throughout the country including festival appearances at Echo Park Rising, Make Music Pasadena, Lightning in a Bottle, and SXSW. Joseph's original compositions for film and television have been featured in Michelle Tea's "Release the Bats" and the web series "Awkward Ali." Joseph’s music, film, and journalism can be found at patreon.com/diamondsmusik. Information about music lessons with Joseph can be found at daylilymusic.com.