Hi, I’m Leopoldo García Corte, a Mexican musician, composer and teacher based in Cancún. I write, arrange and produce music across styles for live performance, theatre and screen; I perform with my cover rock band Helldogsmx and collaborate with ensembles and studios, always exploring new sounds and telling musical stories. I also teach guitar, keyboard, piano and music theory, sharing my passion for music through Legato Studio. Beyond performing and composing, I enjoy shaping projects from concept to final mix using tools like Logic Pro X, Sibelius, Pro Tools, Final Cut and DaVinci Resolve, and I continually seek new opportunities to create, perform and teach.

Leopoldo García Corte

Hi, I’m Leopoldo García Corte, a Mexican musician, composer and teacher based in Cancún. I write, arrange and produce music across styles for live performance, theatre and screen; I perform with my cover rock band Helldogsmx and collaborate with ensembles and studios, always exploring new sounds and telling musical stories. I also teach guitar, keyboard, piano and music theory, sharing my passion for music through Legato Studio. Beyond performing and composing, I enjoy shaping projects from concept to final mix using tools like Logic Pro X, Sibelius, Pro Tools, Final Cut and DaVinci Resolve, and I continually seek new opportunities to create, perform and teach.

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Hi, I’m Leopoldo García Corte, a Mexican musician, composer and teacher based in Cancún. I write, arrange and produce music across styles for live performance, theatre and screen; I perform with my cover rock band Helldogsmx and collaborate with ensembles and studios, always exploring new sounds and telling musical stories. I also teach guitar, keyboard, piano and music theory, sharing my passion for music through Legato Studio.

Beyond performing and composing, I enjoy shaping projects from concept to final mix using tools like Logic Pro X, Sibelius, Pro Tools, Final Cut and DaVinci Resolve, and I continually seek new opportunities to create, perform and teach.

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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Music Producer/Composer at Spitfire Audio Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced music for the Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition entry (Albion Colossus Trailer).
Composer at Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos
December 31, 2021 - October 7, 2025
Composing for the V Concurso Internacional de Composición Musical.
Guitarist/Keyboardist/Vocalist at Helldogsmx
December 31, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Cover rock band performing live shows and resort-venue productions, including tributes to Iron Maiden and Nirvana.
Orchestrator at Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra
December 31, 2012 - October 7, 2025
Orchestrating Pink Floyd works for the Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra.
Audio Editor and Compositions Designer at Anemona Studio
December 31, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Audio editor and compositions designer for Snail Trails, Racing Puffs.
Music Teacher at Legato Studio
January 1, 2003 - Present
Teaching electric guitar, keyboard, piano, harmony, theory, and music history.
Live Musician at Various venues (Irish Pub, Hard Rock, Celtics, etc.)
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live guitarist/keyboardist/vocalist performing covers in Cancún bars and clubs; involved in multiple bands.
Live Music Production at ILUMINA Production
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live music production for Teleton (Televisa San Angel and Auditorio Nacional).
Composer at Commemorative Contest (CONACULTA/ INERHM)
December 31, 2010 - October 7, 2025
Participation with the work Sentimientos de la Nación for Bicentennial and Mexican Revolution commemorations.
Freelance Musician / Composer at Self-employed / Freelance
January 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Creating music for various media and live performance; includes composition, arrangement, orchestration, and production. Portfolio: https://polo7cor7e.wixsite.com/pologarcor/music
Music Producer / Composer at Spitfire Audio Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition
January 1, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Produced score for the Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition (Albion Colossus Trailer).
Composer at Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos
January 1, 2021 - October 7, 2025
Composing for the V Concurso Internacional de Composición Musical (2020-2021).
Guitarist / Keyboardist / Vocalist at Helldogsmx
January 1, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Cover Rock Band performing in shows and venues (Hotel circuits including Secrets Maroma, Dorado Royal, Now Sapphire, Now Jade, Now Emerald, Hard Rock Riviera Hotel, Grand Riviera Princess, Finest Playa Mujeres, Excellence Playa Mujeres, Azul Fives, Riu Caribe, Riu Cancún, Riu Palace Península, Riu Palace Americas, Riu Costa Mujeres, etc.).
Orchestrator at Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra
January 1, 2012 - October 7, 2025
Orchestrating Pink Floyd works for the Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra.
Audio Editor and Compositions Designer at Anemona Studio
January 1, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Audio editor and compositions designer for Snail Trails, Racing Puffs.
Composer at CONACULTA / INERHM
January 1, 2010 - October 7, 2025
Participated in commemorative contest 'Sentimientos de la Nación' ( Bicentennial of National Independence; Centennial of Mexican Revolution).
Music Teacher at Legato Studio
January 1, 2003 - Present
Teach electric guitar, keyboard, piano, solfeggio, harmony, theory and music history.
Live Musician at Various Venues
January 1, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Guitarist, keyboardist, vocalist; live performances in bars such as Irish Pub, Hard Rock, Celtics, Dragon's Pool, Beto's Café; involved in bands Fraktur (2000-2002), Versus (2003-2004), Aurea (1996-1999) & Ficta (2005-2009).
Live Music Production at ILUMINA Production
January 1, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live Music Production for Teleton (Televisa San Angel and Auditorio Nacional).
Composer / Website Music Editor at Galerias JGH
January 1, 2008 - October 7, 2025
Musicalization of the website galeriasjgh.com.mx (photos, landscapes and poems).
Radio Spot Composer at Radio UNAM
January 1, 2008 - October 7, 2025
Radio spot musicalization, anti-drug campaign (tacha).
Musician / Composer at Contempodanza
January 1, 2008 - October 7, 2025
Musicalization of the 3rd movement of Paisaje Interior choreographed by Cecilia Lugo; performed at El Palacio de Bellas Artes with Ensamble Signos.
Musician at Ficta
January 1, 2006 - October 7, 2025
Event with the musical group Ficta at the student elections of ITAM.
CD Production / Live Concert at Nodos y Nadas / Especies
January 1, 2004 - October 7, 2025
Concerts for new music; recorded at Ollin Yoliztli Hall; presented at Helénico Theater Chapel.
Cantus Hominus Tenor at Cantus Hominus Choir
January 1, 2000 - October 7, 2025
Tenor in the choir directed by Leonardo Villeda.
Receptionist / Administrative at Sonomed (Diagnostic Medical Sonography)
January 1, 1999 - October 7, 2025
Receptionist, messenger, secretarial and administrative roles in medical sonography context.
Composer / Music Producer at Self-employed / Legato Studio
December 31, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Create music across diverse styles for multimedia, including composition, arrangement and orchestration; manage projects and maintain a personal portfolio for clients.
Music Producer at Spitfire Audio Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced music for the Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition; work referenced in associated YouTube video.
Guitarist / Keyboardist / Vocalist at Helldogsmx
December 31, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Live performances with a cover rock band; shows at venues and events, including Enchanted Forest shows and hotel residencies.
Orchestrator at Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra
December 31, 2012 - October 7, 2025
Orchestrating Pink Floyd works for the Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra.
Audio Editor / Compositions Designer at Anemona Studio
December 31, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Audio editing and composition design for projects such as Snail Trails and Racing Puffs.
Contest Participant / Composer at CONACULTA / INERHM
December 31, 2010 - October 7, 2025
Participation in the Bicentennial of the Beginning of the National Independence and Centennial of the Beginning of the Mexican Revolution with the work 'Sentimientos de la Nación'.
Music Teacher at Legato Studio
January 1, 2003 - Present
Teach electric guitar, keyboard, piano (basic), solfeggio, harmony, theory and music history.
Live Musician at Various venues (Fraktur, Versus, Aurea, Ficta)
December 31, 2002 - October 7, 2025
Live performance as guitarist/keyboardist/vocalist in bars and bands; numerous venue gigs.
Guitarist / Vocalist at Versus
December 31, 2004 - October 7, 2025
Live musician with the band Versus.
Guitarist / Vocalist at Ficta
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live musician with the band Ficta.
Tenor at Cantus Hominus
December 31, 2000 - October 7, 2025
Tenor in the choir Cantus Hominus.
Live Music Production at ILUMINA Production
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live music production for Teleton events (Televisa San Ángel and Auditorio Nacional).
Piano Recital / Composer at Foro Cultural Coyoacanense
December 31, 1998 - October 7, 2025
Piano recital repertoire and performance.
Radio Spot Musician at Radio UNAM
December 31, 2008 - October 7, 2025
Music for radio spots (anti-drugs campaign).
Music Teacher / Studio Owner at Legato Studio (Self-employed)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Teach electric guitar, keyboard, piano (basic), solfeggio, harmony, general theory and music history; lead harmony and theory instruction; manage studio operations.
Musician / Composer at Self-employed / Freelance
December 31, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Create music across multiple genres for various clients and media; portfolio includes original compositions and arrangement work; active from 2020 to 2025 with ongoing projects.
Composer / Music Producer at Spitfire Audio Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition
January 1, 2025 - Present
Produced music for the Colossus trailer rescore competition (Albion Colossus trailer); documented in YouTube video.
Guitarist / Keyboardist / Vocalist at Helldogsmx
December 31, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Member of cover rock band performing shows at multiple venues (Affair Show, Enchanted Forest Show, etc.); live performances and tours.
Orchestrator at Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra
January 1, 2012 - Present
Orchestrated Pink Floyd works for youth orchestra.
Audio Editor and Compositions Designer at Anemona Studio
December 31, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Edited audio and designed compositions for media projects (Snail Trails, Racing Puffs).
Commemorative Contest Participant at CONACULTA / INERHM
December 31, 2010 - October 7, 2025
Work titled Sentimientos de la Nación contributed to national contest celebrating Bicentennial of Independence and Centennial of the Mexican Revolution.
Live Musician at Various venues (Irish Pub, Hard Rock, Celtics, etc.)
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live performances as guitarist, keyboardist, vocals; performed in multiple local venues and bands (Fraktur, Versus, Aurea, Ficta).
ILUMINA Production – Live Music Production at ILUMINA Production
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live music production for Teleton events (Televisa San Angel and Auditorio Nacional) in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009.
Radio Spot Music Composer at Radio Unam
December 31, 2008 - October 7, 2025
Radio spot musicalization for anti-drug campaign (tacha).
Nodos y Nadas / Especies Project – Concert Music at Nodos y Nadas / Helénico Theater / Ollin Yoliztli Hall
December 31, 2004 - October 7, 2025
Production and concert performance of the Especies CD; concerts at Helénico Chapel.
Cantus Hominus – Choir Tenor at Cantus Hominus
December 31, 2000 - October 7, 2025
Tenor in the choir directed by Leonardo Villeda.
Composer at Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos
December 31, 2021 - October 7, 2025
Composing for the V Concurso Internacional de Composición Musical
Musician / Band Member at Helldogsmx
December 31, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Cover Rock Band performances including Affair Show, Rock Show, Enchanted Forest Show, Rock This Way Show, and tributes Iron Maiden and Nirvana
Orchestrator/Arranger at Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra
January 1, 2012 - Present
Orchestrating Pink Floyd works for the orchestra
Audio Editor and Compositions Designer at Anemona Studio
December 31, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Snail Trails, Racing Puffs
Contest Participant / Composer at CONACULTA & INERHM
December 31, 2010 - October 7, 2025
Participation in Bicentennial of the Beginning of National Independence and Centennial of the Beginning of the Mexican Revolution with 'Sentimientos de la Nación'
Music Educator at Legato Studio (Self-employed)
January 1, 2003 - Present
Teaching electric guitar, keyboard, piano (basic), solfeggio, harmony, general theory and music history
Live Musician at Various venues and bands
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Guitarist, keyboardist, vocals; performed in bands Fraktur (2000-2002), Versus (2003-2004), Aurea (1996-1999) & Ficta (2005-2009); venues include Irish Pub, Hard Rock, Celtics, Dragon's Pool, Beto's Café
Live Music Production at ILUMINA Production
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live Music Production for the Teleton at Televisa San Ángel and Auditorio Nacional
Live Music Production at ILUMINA Production
December 31, 2008 - October 7, 2025
Live Music Production for the Teleton at Televisa San Ángel and Auditorio Nacional
Producer / Concert Contributor at Nodos y Nadas
December 31, 2004 - October 7, 2025
Creation of the CD Especies (concert new music); performances at Ollin Yoliztli Hall and Helénico Theater
Music Composer / Producer at Self-employed
December 31, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Freelance music creation across multiple styles for various projects; ongoing composer/producer with a growing portfolio and online presence (see portfolio: polo7cor7e.wixsite.com/pologarcor/music).
Music Producer at Spitfire Audio Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition
December 31, 2025 - October 7, 2025
Produced music for the Colossus Trailer Rescore Competition ( Albion Colossus Trailer ), documented on YouTube.
Composer at Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Carlos
December 31, 2021 - October 7, 2025
Composed for the V Concurso Internacional de Composición Musical (2020-2021).
Guitarist / Keyboardist / Vocalist at Helldogsmx (Cover Rock Band)
December 31, 2023 - October 7, 2025
Live performances including Affair Show, Rock Show, Enchanted Forest Show, Rock This Way Show, and tributes; performed at multiple venues and hotels (e.g., Secrets Maroma, Dorado Royal, Now Sapphire, Hard Rock Riviera, etc.).
Orchestrator at Eduardo Mata Youth Orchestra
December 31, 2012 - October 7, 2025
Orchestrating a couple of Pink Floyd works for the youth orchestra.
Audio Editor and Compositions Designer at Anemona Studio
December 31, 2011 - October 7, 2025
Audio editing and original compositions for media projects (Snail Trails, Racing Puffs).
Composer at Commemorative Contest - Bicentennial of Independence / Mexican Revolution
December 31, 2010 - October 7, 2025
Participated with a work titled “Sentimientos de la Nación.”
Music Teacher / Instructor at Legato Studio
January 1, 2003 - Present
Independently teaching electric guitar, keyboard, piano (basic), solfeggio, harmony, general theory and music history.
Guitarist / Keyboardist / Vocalist at Fraktur
December 31, 2002 - October 7, 2025
Live musician performing covers in bars and venues.
Guitarist / Keyboardist / Vocalist at Versus
December 31, 2004 - October 7, 2025
Live performances with the band Versus.
Guitarist / Vocalist at Ficta
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live performances with the band Ficta.
Live Music Producer / Musician at ILUMINA Production (Teleton)
December 31, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Live music production for Teleton events at Televisa San Angel and Auditorio Nacional.
Radio Musician / Editor at Radio Unam
December 31, 2008 - October 7, 2025
Radio spot musicalization for anti-drug campaigns (tacha).
Performer at Nodos y Nadas / Especies
December 31, 2004 - October 7, 2025
Production and performances for new music projects (concerts at Ollin Yoliztli Hall and Helénico Chapel).
Performer at Ensamble Signos
December 31, 2004 - October 7, 2025
Concert performances (Choreography by Cecilia Lugo; El Palacio de Bellas Artes).
Tenor at Cantus Hominus
December 31, 1998 - October 7, 2025
Member of the choir under the direction of Leonardo Villeda.
Piano Recital Performer at Foro Cultural Coyoacanense
December 31, 1998 - October 7, 2025
Recital featuring works by Chopin, Satie, Bach, Schubert.
Sonomed at Sonomed
December 31, 1997 - October 7, 2025
Diagnostic medical sonography-related activities in various roles (reception, administration).

Education

Studies in Composition, Music Arrangement and Orchestration at C.I.E.M. (Centro de Investigación y Estudios de la Música, AC)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Certificate in Grade 8 Theory of Music at Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Technical Bachelor's Degree in Tourism at E.I.T. (Escuela Internacional de Turismo)
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Workshop Digital Cinema at Workshop with Carolina Rivas y Daoud Sarhandi
January 1, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Technical Bachelor's Degree in Tourism at E.I.T. (Escuela Internacional de Turismo)
January 1, 1997 - October 7, 2025
Studies in Composition, Music Arrangement and Orchestration at C.I.E.M. (Centro de Investigación y Estudios de la Música, AC)
January 1, 2000 - January 1, 2005
Certificate in Grade 8 Theory of Music at Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2004
Studies in Composition, Music Arrangement and Orchestration at C.I.E.M. (Centro de Investigación y Estudios de la Música, AC)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Grade 8 Theory of Music at ABRSM (Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music)
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Technical Bachelor's Degree in Tourism at E.I.T. (Escuela Internacional de Turismo)
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997
Classical Piano Studies at Estudio de Música
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2000
Studies in Composition, Music Arrangement and Orchestration at C.I.E.M. (Centro de Investigación y Estudios de la Música, AC)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Grade 8 Theory of Music - Certificate at Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Technical Bachelor's Degree in Tourism at E.I.T. (Escuela Internacional de Turismo)
January 1, 1997 - October 7, 2025
Classical Piano Studies at Estudio de Música
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 2000
Studies in Composition, Music Arrangement and Orchestration at C.I.E.M. (Centro de Investigación y Estudios de la Música, AC)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Grade 8 Theory of Music at Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM)
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Technical Bachelor's Degree in Tourism at E.I.T. (Escuela Internacional de Turismo)
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997
Studies in Composition, Music Arrangement and Orchestration at C.I.E.M. (Centro de Investigación y Estudios de la Música, AC)
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2005
Certificate in “Grade 8 Theory of Music” at Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Technical Bachelor's Degree in Tourism at E.I.T. (Escuela Internacional de Turismo)
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997

Qualifications

Workshop Digital Cinema
January 1, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Certificate in Grade 8 Theory of Music
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Digital Cinema Workshop
January 1, 2009 - January 1, 2009
Grade 8 Theory of Music
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Digital Cinema Workshop
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009
Digital Cinema Workshop
January 1, 2009 - October 7, 2025
Grade 8 Theory of Music
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Certificate in Grade 8 Theory of Music
January 1, 2004 - December 31, 2004
Workshop "Digital Cinema"
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2009

Industry Experience

Gaming, Other, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Telecommunications, Travel & Hospitality
    paper "Sentimientos de la Nación"

    Orchestral Composition for the celebration of the two hundred years of the Mexican Independence and a century of the revolution. Symphonic composition with choirs. Made for the contest “Musical Theme 2010” by the FONCA.

    paper Quintet Ensemble

    “Contra el Tiempo” (Original Composition)
    “Concierto Música Nueva”
    Capilla Gótica del Instituto Cultural Helénico
    Estreno de la obra (01-octubre-2004)
    Ensamble Signos, Oscar Roman
    Ciudad de México