David Esteban’s predominant ethos in approaching musical interpretation consists in combining historical knowledge and a deep understanding of period instruments with a modern sensibility in a multicultural world, to help reimagine the past and communicate it to the present to diverse audiences.
He obtained his Bachelor’s from Baylor University (cello), his Master’s from Oberlin Conservatory (baroque cello and viola da gamba), and his Doctorate in Historical Performance from Case Western Reserve University (cello and viola da gamba). During his studies he enjoyed working with committed performers, pedagogues and musicologists, among them Gary Hardie, Catherina Meints, René Schiffer, Kenneth Slowik, Jaap ter Linden, Julie Andrijeski, Petter Bennett, Ross Duffin and Susan McClary.
As a performer David Esteban has played concerts and recitals internationally in a broad and diverse palette of instruments, including the cello in its different historical versions, the viola da gamba, the vihuela de arco, the bass de violon and the vielle. His research projects have won him invitations from conferences in Indiana University. Since moving back to Colombia in 2016, he has focused his efforts on creating and nurturing an early music community by leading the Academia de Música Antigua de Medellín and the ensemble Los Gustos Extranjeros.
His roles within AMAM's project include curating concert programs, designing concert series, advancing educational initiatives, and conducting performances.