Hello! I am Luis, a Venezuelan-born double EU citizen passionate about music education and space exploration. I believe in the profound connection between music and the cosmos, which motivates my research in space musicology. As a father, I cherish the joy of sharing musical experiences with both my students and family, inspiring creativity and curiosity in everything I do. In 2025 flew original music to the international space station describing science.

Luis E. Luque Álvarez

Hello! I am Luis, a Venezuelan-born double EU citizen passionate about music education and space exploration. I believe in the profound connection between music and the cosmos, which motivates my research in space musicology. As a father, I cherish the joy of sharing musical experiences with both my students and family, inspiring creativity and curiosity in everything I do. In 2025 flew original music to the international space station describing science.

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Hello! I am Luis, a Venezuelan-born double EU citizen passionate about music education and space exploration. I believe in the profound connection between music and the cosmos, which motivates my research in space musicology. As a father, I cherish the joy of sharing musical experiences with both my students and family, inspiring creativity and curiosity in everything I do. In 2025 flew original music to the international space station describing science.

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Experience Level

Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
English
Advanced
Hungarian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Researcher at Space Musicology, Countermeasures
January 1, 2017 - Present
I work on musicology for space exploration, focusing on music for microgravity scientific experiments onboard ESA-Columbus (ISS). This involves collaboration with the ESA Education as the Principal Investigator for Music for Space.
Music / Violin Teacher at Kittenberger Kálmán Elementary and Art School
January 1, 2017 - Present
I teach instrumental and chamber music, conducting multiple concerts, event performances, and music festivals while integrating elements of STEAM and space exploration into my lessons.
Music / Violin Teacher at Szőnyi István Elementary and Art Education School
January 1, 2018 - Present
In this role, I provide violin and music instruction, organizing diverse concerts and performances, and incorporating music logistics related to space exploration.
Education Advisor at NASA, Eclipse Soundscapes: Citizen Science Project
January 1, 2023 - Present
Currently serving as a short advisory volunteer for NASA/ARISA Lab, I develop ways for participants to engage in a NASA study on eclipse effects on Earth for educators and communities.

Education

Master's Degree at Széchenyi István University, Faculty of Arts
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Certificates at Digital Skills for Music Teachers – University of Tartu, Estonia, Escuela de Música Reina Sofía, Spain, EU Erasmus+.
January 1, 2024 - December 4, 2025
Certificates at STEM Education - ESA Education Office
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2025
Certificates at Educator Professional Development Collaborative - NASA Education, Texas State University & NASA Office of STEM Engagement
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2024

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services