I am an experienced composer, music producer, and educator with a strong academic background and a diverse portfolio in classical, contemporary, and popular music. I have a proven track record in orchestration, music theory instruction, live performance, and studio production. I am passionate about fostering creative collaboration and promoting original music through ensemble work and digital media. Throughout my career, I have composed music for film, founded and directed musical ensembles and studios, and taught composition courses at the university level. I continually develop my expertise in advanced music production techniques and creative studio work while exploring innovative approaches to sound, such as 3D sound environments. I enjoy collaborating with artists globally and contributing to the cultural richness of contemporary Mexican music.

Sergio Olivares Montes

I am an experienced composer, music producer, and educator with a strong academic background and a diverse portfolio in classical, contemporary, and popular music. I have a proven track record in orchestration, music theory instruction, live performance, and studio production. I am passionate about fostering creative collaboration and promoting original music through ensemble work and digital media. Throughout my career, I have composed music for film, founded and directed musical ensembles and studios, and taught composition courses at the university level. I continually develop my expertise in advanced music production techniques and creative studio work while exploring innovative approaches to sound, such as 3D sound environments. I enjoy collaborating with artists globally and contributing to the cultural richness of contemporary Mexican music.

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I am an experienced composer, music producer, and educator with a strong academic background and a diverse portfolio in classical, contemporary, and popular music. I have a proven track record in orchestration, music theory instruction, live performance, and studio production. I am passionate about fostering creative collaboration and promoting original music through ensemble work and digital media.

Throughout my career, I have composed music for film, founded and directed musical ensembles and studios, and taught composition courses at the university level. I continually develop my expertise in advanced music production techniques and creative studio work while exploring innovative approaches to sound, such as 3D sound environments. I enjoy collaborating with artists globally and contributing to the cultural richness of contemporary Mexican music.

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Work Experience

Composer at Short film "To Thee Do We Cry"
June 30, 2025 - August 31, 2025
Composed the music for the short film "To Thee Do We Cry," which premiered at Derby QUAD in June 2025.
Music Producer and Engineer at Independent / Derby City
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced and engineered music for solo artists including Scoldex, Bex Fawn, and Lilly Sphire, realizing new material across Derby City studios.
Lecturer - Composition Department at Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico
December 31, 2022 - August 31, 2025
Taught courses in Counterpoint, Harmony, Fugue, Music Analysis, Orchestration, and Composition. Organized student concerts and recordings and developed composition entrance exam materials.
Founder & Creative Director at Nufé Orquesta
January 1, 2019 - Present
Established a chamber ensemble promoting contemporary Mexican music. Composed original works, directed recordings and concerts, produced audiovisual content, and supervised artistic direction for ensemble members' compositions.
Founder at OliVeytia Studio
January 1, 2022 - Present
Created a creative studio focusing on recording and publishing new music. Produced sessions for multimedia platforms and taught specialised music theory and composition classes.
Electric Bassist at International freelance
January 1, 2004 - Present
Performed across Mexico, the US, and Argentina in multiple genres including Big Band Jazz, Latin Jazz, Progressive Rock, Pop Rock, Jazz Fusion, and Caribbean rhythms. Session musician for various artists and orchestras.
Performer - Experimental Projects at Guadalajara, Mexico
December 31, 2018 - August 31, 2025
Participated in musical improvisation, spatial composition workshops, and experimental music projects such as "Musical Improvisation and Spatial Composition" PhD project and “Cuerpos Flotantes."

Education

MA in Music Production at University of Derby, UK
January 11, 2030 - September 1, 2025
Rockfield Studios Masterclass at University of Derby, UK
January 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Bachelor’s Degree in Music Composition at Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2017
Technical Diploma in Music (Double Bass Specialisation) at Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2010
Basic Music Programme (Piano Specialisation) at Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico
January 1, 2002 - December 31, 2004
Experimental Music Workshop (Classical Guitar Specialisation) at Universidad de Guadalajara, Mexico
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1999

Qualifications

Industrias Culturales y Creativas Grant
January 1, 2021 - August 31, 2025
PECDA Jalisco Scholarship
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Premio a la Composición Orquestal Jalisciense
January 1, 2018 - August 31, 2025

Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Other