I am Miguel Cardenas, a versatile and eclectic musician with a degree in Music Guitar Performance from Universidad el Bosque in Bogota, Colombia. Over my twenty-five years of professional experience, I have mastered various musical genres and styles and have composed and performed for numerous films, documentaries, and musical productions. I enjoy learning with my students, focusing on their individual strengths to maximize motivation and growth as musicians. Currently, I perform as a solo classical guitarist as well as with rock, Latin, and pop bands. Alongside performing, I dedicate myself to teaching music to a diverse group of students, creating personalized instruction programs, and managing appointments to optimize learning and performance outcomes.

Miguel A.Cardenas

I am Miguel Cardenas, a versatile and eclectic musician with a degree in Music Guitar Performance from Universidad el Bosque in Bogota, Colombia. Over my twenty-five years of professional experience, I have mastered various musical genres and styles and have composed and performed for numerous films, documentaries, and musical productions. I enjoy learning with my students, focusing on their individual strengths to maximize motivation and growth as musicians. Currently, I perform as a solo classical guitarist as well as with rock, Latin, and pop bands. Alongside performing, I dedicate myself to teaching music to a diverse group of students, creating personalized instruction programs, and managing appointments to optimize learning and performance outcomes.

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I am Miguel Cardenas, a versatile and eclectic musician with a degree in Music Guitar Performance from Universidad el Bosque in Bogota, Colombia. Over my twenty-five years of professional experience, I have mastered various musical genres and styles and have composed and performed for numerous films, documentaries, and musical productions. I enjoy learning with my students, focusing on their individual strengths to maximize motivation and growth as musicians.

Currently, I perform as a solo classical guitarist as well as with rock, Latin, and pop bands. Alongside performing, I dedicate myself to teaching music to a diverse group of students, creating personalized instruction programs, and managing appointments to optimize learning and performance outcomes.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Independent guitar/bass/theory Instructor at Self Employed
December 1, 2022 - Present
Teaching music to home-based clients. Scheduling and managing client appointments for efficiency. Creating personalized instructional programs based on individual learning abilities. Setting goals and milestones for students. Teaching theory and music appreciation along with programs tailored to individual music preferences. Delivering dedicated customer service.
Session Guitar/Bass at Studio 757 Music Studio, Altamonte Springs, FL
January 1, 2017 - Present
Recording and arranging guitar parts for different music projects. Producing music tracks for various genres and techniques.
Guitar/Piano, Ukulele Instructor at Winter Park Music Academy, Winter Park, FL
December 1, 2022 - August 28, 2025
Responsible for student development and growth. Selecting music pieces per student. Creating personalized instructional programs. Setting goals and milestones. Teaching music theory and appreciation. Organizing recitals and events to showcase student progress.
Guitar Instructor at Elevation Studios, Lake Mary, FL
December 1, 2015 - August 28, 2025
Developed students’ skills and growth. Selected individualized music pieces. Created personalized instructions and learning programs. Set progress goals and milestones. Taught theory and music appreciation. Organized student recitals and events.
Guitar/Bass/Theory Instructor at Genius Music Academy, Doctor P. Philips, FL
December 1, 2015 - August 28, 2025
Responsible for student development and growth. Selected music pieces. Created personalized programs. Set goals and milestones. Taught music theory and appreciation. Organized recitals and events to display student progress.
Independent guitar/bass/theory Instructor at Self Employed, Orlando, FL
December 1, 2012 - August 28, 2025
Provided music instruction to home-based customers. Managed customer appointments geographically to optimize scheduling. Created personalized instructional programs. Set goals and milestones. Taught music theory and appreciation with focus on individual preferences. Prioritized customer satisfaction.
Guitar/Bass/Theory Instructor at Mundo Ideal Music Institute, Bogota, Colombia
November 1, 2010 - August 28, 2025
Developed and grew six music groups of 1-4 students with bimonthly performances. Selected music pieces. Coordinated practice sessions ensuring comprehensive skill and understanding. Taught theory and music appreciation. Developed short and long-term goals and provided independent guitar lessons for all ages and abilities.
Guitar/Bass/Theory Instructor at Gran Bretaña School, Bogota, Colombia
January 1, 2008 - August 28, 2025
Taught theoretical and practical recorder to children aged 8-12. Taught theoretical and practical guitar and bass to children aged 13-16. Created short and long-term lesson plans for individuals and groups.

Education

B. A/S Music Master of Guitar and Performing Arts at Universidad del Bosque, Bogota, Colombia
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2005
Music Composition for Games at elvtr
May 29, 2025 - July 23, 2025
exceptional performance

Qualifications

Recommendation Letter from Jason Graves
August 11, 2025 - August 11, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment