Gerardo Calderon, a multi-instrumentalist living in Portland who specialized in performing traditional music from Mexico and other Latin American countries, died Jan. 21 in Mexico. Born in Mexico City, he grew up surrounded by music, dance and culture. Gerardo was the musical director of Grupo Condor and Nuestro Canto, and pursued his interest in learning about traditional Mexican music, Latin American folk music and Pre-Colombian music.
Mark Gustafson, an Academy Award-winning animated film director, was another significant loss in the arts community in 2024. He had a remarkable impact on animated film, inspiring many with his creative vision and storytelling prowess.
The Oregon arts community mourned the death of various significant artists in 2024, including notable figures like dancer Sahomi Tachibana and celebrated chef Naomi Pomeroy, whose contributions shaped cultural experiences.
In the visual arts, the world lost 108-year-old collage artist Eunice Parsons, a standout figure whose artistic journey spanned decades, leaving a significant mark on the art scene.
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