I am a professional musician, songwriter, and musical director with over 16 years of experience in music practice and teaching. I specialize in directing diverse musical projects and have had the privilege of performing in some of Colombia's most important venues and festivals. As a passionate music teacher, I work with students of all ages and abilities, including children with disabilities. I founded and lead musical groups and workshops, producing original music and fostering creative environments for many musicians. I am passionate about music composition, music technology, and continuous learning, always eager to explore new ideas and concepts.

Nicolás Mejía Laganis

I am a professional musician, songwriter, and musical director with over 16 years of experience in music practice and teaching. I specialize in directing diverse musical projects and have had the privilege of performing in some of Colombia's most important venues and festivals. As a passionate music teacher, I work with students of all ages and abilities, including children with disabilities. I founded and lead musical groups and workshops, producing original music and fostering creative environments for many musicians. I am passionate about music composition, music technology, and continuous learning, always eager to explore new ideas and concepts.

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I am a professional musician, songwriter, and musical director with over 16 years of experience in music practice and teaching. I specialize in directing diverse musical projects and have had the privilege of performing in some of Colombia’s most important venues and festivals. As a passionate music teacher, I work with students of all ages and abilities, including children with disabilities.

I founded and lead musical groups and workshops, producing original music and fostering creative environments for many musicians. I am passionate about music composition, music technology, and continuous learning, always eager to explore new ideas and concepts.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
German
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent

Work Experience

Musical director, teacher at Nicolás Mejía Laganis
June 1, 2013 - Present
Teacher with 16 years of experience creating academic programs and teaching multiple subjects, including guitar, piano, ensemble, music theory, ear training, music history, and theory. Experienced working with children, adolescents, adults, seniors, and children with disabilities such as Down syndrome.
Founder, Composer, Arranger at Los Niños Telepáticos
June 1, 2012 - Present
Founder and Director of a nationally and internationally recognized musical band. Developed the concept and production of a repertoire performed at key Colombian music festivals. Achieved over 1 million streams on platforms like Spotify and YouTube, with critical acclaim from international outlets.
Founder, Musical Director, Teacher at Taller Teorías Fantásticas de la Composición
May 1, 2019 - Present
Designed and taught a music composition workshop catering to all ages and skill levels, focusing on various composition techniques. Created a four-module program, taught nine editions of the workshop both in person and online, mentoring students' creative processes with personalized sessions.
Founder, Musical Director, Composer, Arranger at Neck Talese
January 1, 2015 - Present
Created and managed a solo musical project with national recognition. Produced two albums with significant streaming reach and critical reviews. Performed at notable events including Estéreo Picnic.
Guitar Teacher at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
May 31, 2020 - July 14, 2025
Taught guitar, produced and composed music recognized nationally with performances at prominent events.
Music Teacher at Yamaha Musikschule
May 31, 2020 - July 14, 2025
Taught piano and guitar lessons to children and young people ages 5 to 15.

Education

Master in music with emphasis in Jazz and popular music at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
February 1, 2007 - September 30, 2021
Advanced technician degree in Jazz at Taller de Musics
September 1, 2009 - January 31, 2011
Youth music program at Pontificia Universidad Javeriana
February 1, 2003 - December 31, 2007

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Industry Experience

Education, Media & Entertainment, Other