Audio Mastering, Sound Design, and Music Production Education in Mexico
Michael Graves speaking at the 2025 Tune Titans Competition, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Puebla, November 21, 2025
Michael Graves recently traveled to Puebla, Mexico, to serve as a judge for Tune Titans, a production music and sound design competition hosted by Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Puebla.
Professional Audio Education Meets Real-World Industry Standards
Tune Titans places students directly in front of real-world industry expectations, and the scope and quality of the work on display reflected a strong commitment to professional-level audio production. Students from multiple Tec de Monterrey campuses presented original projects spanning studio recording, music production, and sound design for visual media, all evaluated under conditions that closely mirror commercial workflows.
Judging the Next Generation of Audio Professionals
(L-R) Miles Fulwider, Eva Reistad, Allan Tucker, Joe Baldridge, Michael Graves and Erik Bada. 2025 Tune Titans Competition, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Puebla, November 20, 2025
As part of the judging panel, Graves joined fellow audio professionals Joe Baldridge, Eva Reistad, Allan Tucker, Miles Fulwider, and Erik Bada, listening closely to student projects, offering detailed feedback, and sharing insights drawn from decades of experience working professionally with music. He enjoyed sharing his time and expertise with the students, whose enthusiasm, curiosity, and creativity made the experience especially rewarding.
Discovering Puebla, Mexico
Beyond the competition, Graves welcomed the opportunity to get to know Puebla, a city known for its rich history, vibrant culture, delicious food, and warm hospitality. Exploring the city and spending time on campus added a meaningful cultural dimension to the professional exchange.
Supporting the Future of Music Production
Events like Tune Titans underscore the strength of music production education in Mexico and the growing talent of the next generation of audio professionals. Graves is grateful to Tec de Monterrey Puebla for the invitation to serve as a judge and for the opportunity to connect with such dedicated students while experiencing one of Mexico’s most remarkable cities.
2025 Tune Titans Competition winners along with faculty and judges, Tecnológico de Monterrey, Campus Puebla, November 21, 2025