Performing is so much easier when the music sounds amazing!
Because our mixes sound loud and clear. We are creative, passionate and perfectionist.
Magic happens when there’s a bonding relationship between your mix and the choreography.
Rough cuts, abrupt transitions or poor music choice spoil an otherwise memorable moment.
Our artistic approach with acute attention to detail makes our creations shine on the international scene.
Success happens when audience and judges are captivated by a performance.
A good musical arrangement is a crucial asset, a piece of equipment capable of completely transforming the outcome of a season.
Beginner or International competitor, your success is our motivation.
Hugo Chouinard
Musical consultant and designer
editing, mixing, mastering
The designer
Event technician and DJ at regional, national and ISU events, he knows a lot about ice rinks and pool acoustics. You can be assured that your mix will sound loud and clear.
Former Ice Dance and Synchronized Skating coach/choreographer, his extensive experience and background enable him to both understand and meet the needs of even the most demanding client.
He loves challenges and perfection!
Karl Hugo
Multi-instrumentalist
composer and performer
The composer
Karl’s large music library is aired in over 100 countries throughout the world on prestigious networks such as ABC, BBC One, TF1, Indosiar, Fox Japan, CBC, Disney Channel, Disney Channel Asia.
Sky’s really the limit!
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Maestro to Skating’s Elite
The making of an Olympic
gold medal winning program
The Man Behind the Music
by Susan D. Russell
The man who feels the music
by Vladislav Luchianov
Thank you so much Hugo! You are simply the best!!! we enjoy working with you very much.
The music is perfect! Thanks so much for everything.
Thanks Hugo for fixing up my musics and turning them into great quality pieces.
Huge thank you for the amazing music!
I can’t describe in words how much I love your music.
A big thank you Hugo for your quality work on our programs music. It is always a pleasure to create masterpieces with you.
Thank you Hugo for all the programs!
Thank you so much Hugo! From single to pair skating, you always have been there to help me (& us) with your amazing work. An honour for me to have worked with THE BEST!
I want to thank you for both of my musics this year! They were such two masterpieces and two of my most favorite programs! You did an amazing job and I loved skating to them. They mean Universe to me!
For me the music is the heart of the program. My requests are often unclear and half crazy and it could be a challenge to make a 2,50 or 4,10 piece of music perfect. Hugo Can! I want to create different kind of choreographies every year. Hugo makes it possible. Helsinki Rockettes is so proud to have Hugo as their music magician.
That’s why he’s the best in the game, the music maestro, you know his name. Hugo Chouinard on the decks, hear him mix that track. Every beat in key, he’s got your back.
We love sharing ideas and seeing our music take shape in your studio. Hugo is the best at always making sure each piece of music sounds amazing in all the arenas we compete in. Thank you for your hard work and passion!
Thank you so much Hugo for your incredible mixes. Performing is so much easier when the music sounds amazing!
Gracias Hugo!! We can’t thank you enough for all your help! ❤️💯
Preparing for a competition takes all sorts of mastery. Hugo is by far one of the best. I can’t even remember the number of times I have sent a piece of music with edit notes that probably no one else could understand and then getting a reply with the perfect cut of music. He has an ear like no one else and creates pieces of music that become classic programs with signature and custom effects, added notes, and whatever else is needed to make the music perfect. As a skater and as a choreographer, Hugo is my guy.
Skating is an art. Every detail is important and will make a difference. Music is part of that whole picture! It is an amazing process to creation and thank you Hugo for having the ability to get into people's head and imagination to create the best!
Thank you so much for helping bring our programs to life with the incredible pieces of music you create for us! We love having you as part of our team!
You are the best in the business.
Thanks for always making time for us listening to our crazy ideas and finding a way to make them happen. We are grateful for you!
If you think it's musically impossible... ask Hugo
Thank you Hugo!!!!!! You're really the best! Thanks for always working so hard and being so patient with us. It makes such a big difference. Thank you for being a part of our team!!!!!
Thank you for 10 amazing years of lifting us to great heights!!!!!!!
Hugo, when I hit the panic button you are always there. Together we’ve been able to create beautiful Masterpieces. Programs where music, choreography and high level skating meet. Program is like a puzzle where all the pieces need to be in the right places. Once done, everyone gets to admire the finished product, but it all starts with the music. Happy to have you in my team, MY MUSIC MASTER!
I have worked with Hugo for over 15 years and he consistently puts an extraordinary amount of care into each one of our Synchro programs. Whether it’s for a Beginner team or a Junior team’s Free Skate, I really appreciate that I can trust him to not stop until it is excellent!
Hugo has always been one of my best resources as a Skater and now as a Choreographer. He has a great encyclopedia of music but also a wonderful ear. That is so important to me as I believe the most magical skating moments start off with a great piece of music.
I started working with Hugo 15 years ago and he never ceases to amaze me with what he is able to make happen! Hugo is able to bring my musical visions to life and create masterpieces. He loves what he does and that passion shows through in his impeccable work. Hugo thank you for all that you do!
Hugo is Brilliant! He is knowledgeable, professional and works tirelessly to ensure that the final outcome of the Music is perfect. His creativity has no limits.
Your Magic Work always have my back. There’s nothing like taking the ice with confidence knowing you are a full package.
Thank you for all the incredible mixes you've done for me, your ability to creatively put music together is inspiring. Looking forward to future projects with you!
I have had the wonderful opportunity to trust Hugo to help create music miracles with an ear for quality at the highest level of competitive and show skating. Finding the right fit musically is not always a problem free process but with the help of Hugo and his team, I know there is always a solution.
Working with Hugo to choose and edit music for programs is always an exciting collaboration. He understands that the music must evoke an emotional journey. He is willing to keep at it until each subtle nuance is exactly right. He is quick to respond with professionalism, creativity and enthusiasm.
The first time we asked Hugo to edit a music for us, we were amazed about the final result. We have been working with him for several years now…and we have the same feeling every single time. A genius!
We have relied on you for making sure our product has sounded professional and perfect. Thank you for taking great care of us. We couldn't have done it without you!
I so appreciate how easy you are to work with. Hugo you have constructed so many amazing edits for me over the years that I couldn't possibly pick one as my favorite. Your creativity and craftsmanship is impressive. I look forward to many more years of working with you.
Hugo is brilliant! I'm most impressed with his passion for music and creative mind. He takes on every project with enthusiasm and turns the music he touches into a masterpiece.
It all starts with you! Hugo, you are a creative artist and a master at what you do. Thank you for sharing your gift with so many. You are extraordinary! You inspire me to be my best.
From the search through the editing process, Hugo is a gifted professional and his flare for artistry shines as an invaluable part of the creative process for my work.
Thanks for all the great music and amazing work!
I have been working with Hugo since 2008, from being an athlete to being a coach and a professional, Hugo's skills always amazed me. Not only he is knowledgeable and creative, he also is extremely fun to work with. As a choreograph, you often start with an idea and not necessarily being able to express what you want, Hugo can figure out how the music can portray the emotion that you are trying to get to.
Hugo is passionate about music and skating. I head to his studio every season excited share, and elaborate on new concepts. The work he does is vital to the success of our teams. His desire to push limits makes us move out of our comfort zone. We share a common goal to make our sport evolve. Our teamwork is fun, collaborative, and innovative. Thank you for pushing my creativity every year.
Hugo has the capacity of understanding and capturing my ideas. He always knows what direction to bring them in order to maximize them. He breathes life into all my ideas and concepts. If he ever leaves his profession, I will have to retire!
Professional design
If you are an athlete, a parent, a coach or a choreographer looking for a professionally edited program,
it will be a pleasure to share our expertise in order to bring your ideas to life.
Specialists in figure skating music editing, mixing and composing since 1993.