I am Donald Manuel , a committed and experienced music producer with a long track record in studios across Colombia and Germany. I collaborate closely with teams to pull the best possible results from the production process, always aiming to create the right atmosphere and tailor strategies to each client’s needs and interests. My background spans composing, arranging, and sound design, and I have led projects for a range of artists before launching my own projects in 2015 after moving to Germany. In addition to producing, I teach drums and percussion to students of all ages, conduct ensembles, and work as a conductor and drummer on various musical projects. I value learning, adaptability, and clear communication, and I bring calm under pressure and analytical thinking to every session.

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I am Donald Manuel , a committed and experienced music producer with a long track record in studios across Colombia and Germany. I collaborate closely with teams to pull the best possible results from the production process, always aiming to create the right atmosphere and tailor strategies to each client’s needs and interests. My background spans composing, arranging, and sound design, and I have led projects for a range of artists before launching my own projects in 2015 after moving to Germany. In addition to producing, I teach drums and percussion to students of all ages, conduct ensembles, and work as a conductor and drummer on various musical projects. I value learning, adaptability, and clear communication, and I bring calm under pressure and analytical thinking to every session.

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I am Donald Manuel , a committed and experienced music producer with a long track record in studios across Colombia and Germany. I collaborate closely with teams to pull the best possible results from the production process, always aiming to create the right atmosphere and tailor strategies to each client’s needs and interests. My background spans composing, arranging, and sound design, and I have led projects for a range of artists before launching my own projects in 2015 after moving to Germany.

In addition to producing, I teach drums and percussion to students of all ages, conduct ensembles, and work as a conductor and drummer on various musical projects. I value learning, adaptability, and clear communication, and I bring calm under pressure and analytical thinking to every session.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Music Producer at Minga 3 Lab Music
March 15, 2015 - Present
Produced music for own projects and for various artists, serving as composer, arranger and sound designer. Supported a team of music professionals to extract the best possible results from the production process. Since 2015, I have been developing my own projects and collaborating with other artists after relocating from Colombia to Germany, where I have continued to grow as a producer and project lead.
Drums and Percussion Teacher at Münchener Musik Box Musikschule
September 15, 2021 - Present
Provide music and percussion instruction to kids, youngsters and adults, developing individualized processes, strategies and methods to improve understanding and performance for every learner.
Customer Service Agent and Translator at In sparx GmbH
June 30, 2020 - September 17, 2025
Assist customers across multiple product lines (Ksingles, Be2, Cdate, Lisa18) from Spanish-speaking countries, providing support and translation as needed.
Music, Art and Sport Teacher at Gymboree Play and Learn
October 1, 2016 - September 17, 2025
Fun-focused teaching for young children and their parents, introducing basic concepts through music, art and sport to build early learning foundations (e.g., up/down, in/out, high/low).

Education

Associate of Arts, Music Performing, Music and Audio at Fernando Sor School, Bogota, Colombia
July 1, 2008 - September 17, 2025
Bachelor of Arts, Music Education at Universidad del Valle, Cali, Colombia
June 1, 2004 - September 17, 2025

Qualifications

Associate of Arts, Music Performing, Music and Audio
July 1, 2008 - September 17, 2025
Bachelor of Arts, Music Education
June 1, 2004 - September 17, 2025

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet