About Diego

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Diego Avgarde's musical journey began in 2010, and he has since established himself as a skilled musician, composer, and researcher. Currently a graduate student in electric guitar and composition with a focus on virtuoso technical-stylistic aspects at The Contemporary Music School, studying his final year of a degree in musical composition at Universidad Panamericana. He also serves as a university-level instructor. Avgarde's extensive background includes studies in harmony, composition, and acoustics.

Avgarde's passion for innovation extends to the development of new techniques and algorithms in applied mathematics for music composition and analysis. He has successfully implemented these techniques in his auditory training classes, accelerating the pedagogical process for his students. A versatile composer and producer, Avgarde has explored a diverse range of musical styles. He has also collaborated with renowned orchestral music figures in transcription projects. 

His expertise extends to the fields of acoustic physics and music theory. He currently serves as the head of acoustic physics and vector geometry at the ORFREC cabinet in collaboration with Rene Vaderi, a researcher with over 40 years of experience.Avgarde's ultimate aspiration lies in the exploration and creation of new compositional techniques, alongside the performance of his compositions. His dedication to innovation and his passion for music make him a promising figure in the world of musical creation and research.

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's degree in Music and Innovation (Composition) at the EBA of Universidad Panamericana
• 2018-2022 Intern in the Electric Guitar Performance Bachelor's program at The Contemporary Music School. Director: Wilder Medrano. Degree pending
• 2010-2019 Classical Guitar training at Yamaha Mexico up to level 6. CERTIFICATE

Additional Education:

Ongoing Education:

• 2023-Present: Studying music composition at Universidad Panamericana
• 2022-Present: Vaderian Theory Training with Rene Vaderi
• 2018-2022: Guitar career at The Contemporary Music School. Director: Wilder Medrano (diploma in progress)

Masterclasses and Workshops:

• 2024: Music Masterclass with Jacob Collier, EBA-UP
• 2023: Seminar on Musical Temperaments, Euclidean Geometry, and Quantum Symmetries with Dr. Micho Durdevich, UNAM Mathematics Institute
• 2022: Algorithmic Composition Course with Bernardo Lorentzen
• 2022: Flamenco Master Class with Anwar Miranda and Cigarra Santiago, EBA-UP
• 2022: Contemporary Music Composition Conference with Dr. Julio Estrada, EBA-UP
• 2022: Japanese Music and Koto Master Class with Yukari Hirasawa, EBA-UP

Additional Courses:

• 2020: 2 Trimesters in Audio Engineering at SAE
• 2020: Film and Video Game Composition Course at CMS
• 2019: Developing Your Musicianship Diploma, Berklee Online
• 2019: Jazz Improvisation Diploma, Berklee Online with Gary Burton
• 2018: Introduction to Harmony Diploma, Centro de Desarrollo Musical
• 2018: Harmony for Guitarists Diploma, Centro de Desarrollo Musical

• 2023-Present: INTUITUM Jazz Fusion Band Project: Leading and performing with INTUITUM, a jazz fusion band that pushes the boundaries of jazz with innovative compositions and virtuosic musicianship.
• 2024: Development of an Algorithm for Calculating Harmonic Tension Coefficients: Embarking on a groundbreaking research project to develop an algorithm for calculating harmonic tension coefficients, a theoretical approach to analyzing and understanding musical structures.
• 2024: Author of "Harmonic Tension over Intervals and Musical Structures”: Sharing his expertise and insights through a published article titled "Harmonic Tension over Intervals and Musical Structures," contributing to the advancement of music theory and analysis.
• 2023: Ad Infinitum - Album with Intuitum Project (Recording in 2024): Bringing the creative vision of INTUITUM to life with a full-length album, "Ad Infinitum," showcasing the band's unique blend of jazz fusion conceptual music.
• 2023: Matriz - Album of 11 Pieces: Composer, arranger, and producer in the creation of "Matriz," an album featuring 11 original compositions that explore a theoretic demonstration of his theorem of composition by codification.
• 2023: Composer, Arranger, and Musician for Metávasi - EP+Music Video on YouTube (2 Pieces)
• 2023: Development of AI for Music Composition - Prototype Hefesto (Currently “Orpheus” Startup Company, with the Music Generation Tool “Clio”): Delving into the intersection of music and technology, spearheading the development of AI for music composition, culminating in the creation of the prototype Hefesto and the subsequent establishment of the Orpheus startup company, introducing the music generation tool "Clio."
• 2023: Author of "Theory for Procedural Music”: A comprehensive framework for understanding and applying procedural techniques in music composition.
• 2023: Development of Thesis "ORFREC and Musical Physic Mechanics”: Pursuing advanced research through thesis titled "ORFREC and Musical Physic Mechanics," exploring the intersection of acoustics, physics, musical theory, and Vaderian Theory.
• 2022: Composer, Arranger, and Musician for Breakdown - Single+Playthrough: A single accompanied by a playthrough video, showcasing his compositional prowess, arrangement skills, and instrumental mastery. Featuring sax player, Demian Ugalde
• 2022: Author of Thesis Paper "Alternate Realities in Equal Temperament”: An exploration of tuning systems and their impact on musical expression.
• 2022: Composer, Arranger, Multi-Instrumentalist, and Producer for "Avant" - Single
• 2022: Development of Otoacoustic Synthesis Algorithm: Pushing the boundaries of sound generation and its applications in music.
• 2022: Author of Otoacoustic Harmony Theory: An understanding and analyzing the harmonic aspects of otoacoustic sounds. 
• 2022: Composer, Arranger, Multi-Instrumentalist, and Producer for "Dear Soulmate" - Single
• 2021: Composer, Arranger, Multi-Instrumentalist, and Producer for "Beautiful Paradox" - Single

• 2025-Present Composition courses for middle-advanced composers
• 2024-Present Director of the Music Production department at The Contemporary Music School.
• 2023-Present: Director of Development, Orpheus: A company focused on generative music and analysis through proceduralism.
• 2023-Present Music Theory, Solfège, Music History, and Auditory Training Classes: The Contemporary Music School (University-level equivalent).
• 2025 Composition of music for the short movie “Gracias Por Nada”-Daniela Ramirez
• 2025 Production of Proyecto Polen’s single: Éter
• 2025 Production, arrangement, direction, and execution of Carlos’s Dominguez EP.
• 2025 Composition by Coding: Nayelli Ortega
• 2024 Masterclass on Acoustic Physics with Researcher Rene Vaderi, The Contemporary Music School: Expanding expertise in acoustic physics through in-depth learning from a renowned researcher.
• 2023 Composition of Cognitive Integration by Spectral Techniques: Arq. Vera Miranda. 
• 2023 Composition Seminar at the Conservatory of El Salvador.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Estela Perroni.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: María Sanchez.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Ingrid Schnaas.
• 2023 2nd Semester Teaching of Acoustics Course (Morphology and Phenomenology): The Contemporary Music School.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Luisa Paola Jacob.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Valentina Jacob.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Dariana Jacob.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Vera, Valor.
• 2023 1st Semester Teaching of Acoustics Course (Home Studio): The Contemporary Music School.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Dariana Jacob.
• 2023 Jingle: Punto 6.
• 2023 Composition by Coding: Small.
• 2023 Incertitude: Vera Miranda.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Pilar Hernández.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Elena Jael.
• 2022 Composition by Request (Creativity): Lic. Teresa Aburto. 
• 2022 Composition by Coding: María de la Luz.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Jorge Tenorio.
• 2022 Lecture on the Creation Process of "Thanatos" at Monte Apolo CDMX.
• 2022 Conceptual and Coded Composition: "Thanatos".
• 2022 Composition, Production, and Direction of the Soundtrack for "Sphere" by Daniel Prats.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Ricardo Valdez.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Lic. Felix Portillo.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Lic. Adriana Jacob.
• 2022 Lecture at Monte Apolo CDMX, Topic: Hermeneutic Music.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Lic. Teresa Aburto.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Psic. Jorge Luis Ortiz.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Lic. Patricia Arce.
• 2022 Composition by Coding: Arq. Vera Miranda.
• 2021 Transcription: Manzanero Sinfónico Opening. Carlos Lavin.
• 2021 Transcription: Overture-Jose Alfredo Jiménez. Alberto Núñez Palacios.
• 2018 Music Theory Course at KHEM, Mexico City.