| About Seth CM - CMongrooves | Full Bio Carlos Enrique Mongrut Seth CM | CMongrooves Carlos Enrique Mongrut is a Peruvian-American piano experimentalist, baritone, composer, poet, and interdisciplinary performance artist whose work bridges classical piano, original songwriting, spoken word, and philosophical reflection. Performing acoustically under the name Seth CM, and electronically under the separate identity CMongrooves, Mongrut has developed a multidisciplinary artistic language rooted in emotional depth, cultural heritage, and the celebration of human potential. Born in Lima, Peru in 1975, Mongrut began composing at age seventeen. His early creative formation was guided by Peruvian composer Aldo Guardia, under whom he developed both technical structure and a conceptual framework for composition. His first major work, Sensible Obra I—also referred to as “Squizophrenia”—introduced a philosophy that would define his career: art must be sensible—perceived through the senses and understood through inner awareness. In the late 1990s, Mongrut emigrated to the United States. Living between cultures shaped his artistic voice, which often explores identity, duality, introspection, and transcendence. His performances combine piano, poetry, and song into immersive programs that invite audiences to reflect on their own inner creative capacity. In 2004, his poem “The Dance” was recognized among the 33 Best New Poems by the International Library of Poetry, marking an early milestone in his literary trajectory. ⸻ Artistic Identities Seth CM — Acoustic Piano, Baritone & Poetry Under the performance name Seth CM, Mongrut presents fully acoustic concerts centered on piano, baritone vocal performance, and spoken word. These programs are intentionally structured in two parts: Part One: Reflection and Introspection Original piano compositions, poetic recitations, and literary excerpts from Spanish Golden Age and classical literature. Part Two: Songs and Expression Original songs performed with piano accompaniment, interwoven with poetry and personal dialogue with the audience. Seth CM performances do not include electronic production. They are intimate, emotionally direct, and centered on storytelling and musical expression. His programs often emphasize the theme that “everyone is extraordinary,” a concept that appears in both his music and spoken word pieces. ⸻ CMongrooves — Electronic and Experimental Production As CMongrooves, Mongrut explores electronic composition, experimental soundscapes, and multi-track production. This body of work is separate from Seth CM’s acoustic presentations. In 2020, he released Electro Mongrut, a 35-track electronic project that expanded his compositional voice into digital and atmospheric territories. His broader streaming catalog also includes the album Carlos Enrique Mongrut (2020), featuring 22 original piano and vocal works. Selected titles from his catalog include: • So You Tell Me • Lost Soul • Schizophrenia • New Dimensions • Emilie Sage • The Passage (Extended Version) ⸻ The Mongrut Collaborative Performances In addition to solo presentations, Mongrut performs alongside Jonathan Mongrut and Eitan Mongrut in multidisciplinary programs that combine music, poetry, and dialogue. These performances, often presented during Hispanic Heritage Month, are designed as celebrations of heritage, unity, and human potential. Audiences can expect: • Spoken word pieces exploring identity and brotherhood • Original piano works • Vocal performances • Collaborative ensemble moments • Direct engagement with the audience For the 2026 Hispanic Heritage Month performances in Las Vegas, guitarist “Johnie Stomp” will join the ensemble at the Sahara West Library program. ⸻ Major Performances & International Milestones Madrid, Spain — European Debut On Thursday, March 5, Seth CM presents “Todos Somos Extraordinarios – Piano y Poesía” at Biblioteca Musical Víctor Espinós in Madrid. This concert represents his first European performance and marks an important international expansion of his artistic career. The Madrid repertoire includes: • “La Vida es Sueño” (fragment by Calderón de la Barca) • “España – Madre Patria” (poem) • “Todos Somos Extraordinarios” (piano and poem versions) • “Emociones” • “Mi Reflejo” • “Universo” • “Canción de Cuna” • “The Dance” • “Mañana” • “Extraordinary” • “Mente Subconsciente” • “Je T’Aime Mon Amour” • “Rouge” • “Atrapado entre las Estrellas” • Fragment of “La Canción de Grisóstomo” by Miguel de Cervantes The program blends Spanish classical literature with original piano and contemporary songwriting, reflecting his bicultural artistic identity. ⸻ Houston, Texas — Piano Recital On Saturday, April 25 (2:00–4:00 PM), Seth CM will present a piano recital at the Jesse H. Jones Central Library in Houston, Texas. The recital will feature original piano compositions and selected poetic integrations in an intimate acoustic format. ⸻ Las Vegas, Nevada — Hispanic Heritage Month 2026 In September 2026, the Mongrut ensemble returns to the Las Vegas–Clark County Library District for three performances: • September 18 — Whitney Library (Concert Hall) • September 19 — Laughlin Library (Multipurpose Room) • September 20 — Sahara West Library (Multipurpose Room) The repertoire includes works such as: • My Heritage (poem) • Squizophrenia (piano) • Memories • Emotions 3 & 4 • Angel • Audition • My Life • Listen to the Rain • Different Eyes • Canción Sorpresa These performances celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month through music, poetry, and cultural reflection. ⸻ Artistic Philosophy At the core of Mongrut’s work is the belief that art must awaken awareness. His performances aim to create connection rather than spectacle. Through acoustic piano, baritone expression, and spoken word, he invites audiences to recognize their inner creative power. His message—central to Todos Somos Extraordinarios—is that artistic expression is not reserved for a few, but is an inherent human quality. Across continents and performance formats, Carlos Enrique Mongrut continues to build a body of work that unites classical structure, contemporary emotion, and philosophical introspection. |
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