Diana V. Sáez, DMA, is a leading specialist in the field of Latin American music and an accomplished choral conductor. She is frequently invited as guest conductor, adjudicator and lecturer in the United States and abroad.
News
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A short reflection
August 23rd, 2026
I was asked to teach a lecture class this past semester called Sounds of the City: Music in Urban Spaces, in which I focused on the music of Latin America.
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The summer began
July 2nd, 2025
The summer began when I had the incredible honor of sharing the stage with none other than my beautiful and talented friend, Marcela Molina, at Carnegie Hall.
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Remembering Mr. Harler
July 2nd, 2025
Mr. Harler was my mentor, supporter, educator, beautiful conductor, and friend.
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Voices of Latin America: A Choral Celebration at the UNAM
June 23rd, 2025
On June 29, the UNAM will come alive with the vibrant sounds of Latin America as the University Choral Program presents a special concert under the direction of Puerto Rican conductor Diana V. Sáez.
"Latin American music should be part of the choral canon like other choral music, and should not be pigeonholed. To me, all music is multicultural."
- Diana V. Sáez
Compositions
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Canto’ E Libertá
SATBCanto’ E Libertad (Song of Freedom), commissioned and premiered at the 2023 ACDA National Conference, embodies hope and resilience.
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El Monigote
SSAAEl Monigote (The Ragdoll) is a traditional Venezuelan children’s song is arranged in the joropo style - a ¾ Venezuelan rhythm from the plains.
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Temporal
SATBTemporal is a traditional plena from Puerto Rico. Plena is an Afro-Puerto Rican rhythm that blends melodic and rhythmic elements from Spanish and African musical influences.
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Parranda
SATBParranda is a Puerto Rican Christmas tradition similar to caroling but more festive. The participants surprise friends and family, usually late at night, singing and playing traditional instruments.