Joaquin Jimenez-Sauma

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Artist, lecturer and researcher working at the crossroads of sound, visuals and Computer Sciences. Merging music production, visual art, sound design, and interactivity. MSc in Sound and Music Computing, first Ableton Certified Trainer in Latin America.

Historia

Joaquin is a Sound Designer, Producer, Ableton Live Certified Trainer, Masters Degree in Computer Sciences, full time Lecturer at his own school, DJ, Label Owner, Live Performer and creative at Menta Movement, digital and scenic arts company.

Began programming alternative and electronic music in clubs and on the radio in the early nineties. Since then, his love for music, technology and production got him deeply involved in music making and live performance of electronic music. His unique blend of techno and electronic genres has seen him perform alongside top national and international DJs, who admire his ability to read the crowd. As a performer, in experimental music sessions, live sets, and contemporary dance pieces, he has found a way to explore further posibilities of the man/machine relationship and become specialist in live performance. Joaquin also enjoys success as a producer with a long list of tracks released on labels from all over the world and also heading his own label, Selector Records.

When discovered Ableton Live, it immediately became his favorite tool for studio production, recording and live performance, enabling him to gain extensive practical knowledge of the software until he became the first Ableton Certified Trainer in Latin America. He currently teaches Electronic Music Production, Audio Engineering, Ableton Live and Video Game Programming Courses at SAE Institute in Mexico City, with focus on production, live performance, recording, generative music, sound design and techniques for creativity.

Additionally, provides masterclasses and conferences on the subject of audio production, sound design, recording, DJing, live performance, interactivity and scenic arts. Joaquin has given masterclasses and workshops in technology events, universities and music festivals like Mutek (Mexico and Spain), TagDF, SoundCheck Expo and Campus Party. Through his website he offers training, tips and tricks via free videotutorials and advanced courses, where he has helped a large group of artists to rediscover their potential and creativity. He is also the founder and coordinator of the Ableton Usergroup in Mexico.

Joaquin creates and performs sound art pieces and live visuals for dance, installations and performances in Menta Movement, with presentations in the most important art places in Mexico and alternative scenarios.

Check more info about joaquin at www.joaquinjimenez.com