Contact Information

• Phone Number
• 713-251-2828

About Me

• Artan Zhuri was born in Korce, Albania, where he started studying Violoncello at the age of six in Tefta Tashko music school. He graduated “with Distinction” and earned his Artist’s Certificate in cello performance from Academy of Fine Arts, Tirana, Albania.
  Mr. Zhuri has enjoyed a varied and distinguished music career. Early in his career he performed solo, orchestral, and chamber music in various countries in Europe.
   He was a founding member of “Anima” piano trio, and has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors throughout his performing career. After moving to the United States, Mr. Zhuri has been equally active as a recitalist, chamber musician, and orchestra member in the states of Texas and Louisiana. He received his Texas Music Teacher certification Music All-level and Master of Fine Arts in Music from Texas Southern University.
   His current position is an orchestra director as music educator in the Spring Branch ISD at Northbrook High School in Houston Texas.
   Mr. Zhuri has been teaching music for 26 years in all levels elementary, middle and high school.
  Mr. Zhuri lives with his wife Liliana, and his two children Ariana (10) and Andy (8).