Iván Manzanilla is one of Mexico’s most distinguished percussionists, celebrated for his dedication to contemporary music and his dynamic presence as a performer and educator. He currently serves as professor and coordinator of the percussion program at the University of Guanajuato, where he mentors students through hands-on professional experiences and international collaborations. Manzanilla’s career spans solo and ensemble performances across prestigious venues worldwide, with appearances in Germany, Japan, Spain, France, and beyond. A passionate advocate for new music, he is currently developing a project through a FONCA grant to commission and premiere new works by Mexican composers. His discography appears on notable labels such as Tzadik, Innova, Wergo, and Mode, and his accolades include top prizes from UNAM and international recognition from Darmstadt’s Ferienkurse für Neue Musik. Manzanilla earned his degrees from UNAM and the University of California, San Diego, where he studied with Steven Schick.