Mara Villavicencio
Composer and Arranger
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About me
Dear reader,
I’m Mara, but some people call me Marita or Maravilla. I was born in 2000 in Quito, Ecuador, and my love for music started early. I studied piano for nine years at the Conservatorio Superior Nacional de Música in Quito, where I graduated in 2016. Later, I earned a Bachelor’s in Musical Arts with honors (Summa Cum Laude) at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito (2023), focusing on Composition for Contemporary Media, and a Master’s in Composition for Audiovisual Media at the Katarina Gurska Institute in Madrid (2024).
I have a deep love for composing for piano and strings. There’s something about their sound that feels like home, and I incorporate them into almost everything I write. My experience includes working on several short films: “Cuando los cerdos vuelen” (2018), my cousin’s graduation project; “¿Para qué están las amigas?” (2023); and “Adara” (2024), which won the Best Music award at IRTVE, a recognition I proudly shared with my talented colleagues Martín García and Joaquín Lorenzo.
Currently, I’m based in Madrid, continuing my journey as a composer, arranger, and educator. If you’re looking for someone to bring your vision to life through music, let’s connect. I’m always excited to collaborate with passionate creators on inspiring projects.
Best regards,
Mara Villavicencio
AUDIOVISUAL COMPOSITIONS
polini
Polini is an audiovisual project that I personally assembled and edited. The footage was sourced from the Prelinger Archives, a repository dedicated to preserving cinematic culture. I composed the music for a string quintet and flute, an ensemble that, in my view, beautifully evokes the essence of nature.
2024
NIPA
NIPA is a collaborative video game where I worked alongside three other composers and sound designers. I crafted music using various synthesizers, creating rich sonic textures that immerse players in a quiet and soothing atmosphere.
Developer: Shy Ghost Studio
Editor: Voxel School
2024
¿Para qué están las amigas?
¿Para qué están las amigas? (What Are Friends For?) is a short film by the Instituto del Cine de Madrid in which I participated. The music ranges from an allegory to flamenco-inspired melodies to synth-driven basslines and metallic drum patterns.
Directed by Yhue Vázquez
2024
Adara
Adara was a short film produced by IRTVE in which I collaborated with composers Martín García and Joaquín Lorenzo. We were honored to receive the Best Soundtrack Award for our work. I contributed to composing beats and the string section for the horror score.
Directed by: José Antonio de Veciana
2024
Spring
Spring was an academic project for my final degree. The short film, originally composed by another artist, was sourced from a platform offering films for scoring. I created a new soundtrack using a full orchestra to evoke a magical atmosphere for the charming animated characters.
Directed by: Andy Goralczyk
2023
The lost piano
The Lost Piano was another academic project for my final degree. The short film, originally composed by another artist, was sourced from a platform offering films for scoring. I began by using synthesizers to create a dreamlike atmosphere, gradually introducing strings and flute towards the end. The piano makes a single appearance at the very end of the film.
Directed by: Rob Hill
2023
Let’s create together
Feel free to reach out for inquiries about musical compositions, arrangements, any projects related to creating music for audiovisual work. I’m available for collaborations on new projects or to answer any questions you might have about my previous work.
Once you contact me, you can expect a response right away!