music
music production
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As a music producer, my approach is based on the old school method of working with artists to help them realise their vision and create the best sounding recording possible. I can offer services such as string arranging, reharmonisation of melodies, additional or subtractive textural arrangements within a song, vocal arrangements and harmonies, instrumental mixes, alternative genre variations etc...
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In my setup, I use the latest version of Cubase Pro with some world class outboard equipment and microphones to capture your sound in a sonically accurate and aesthetically pleasing way. There are also many beautiful instruments available for you to use including Fender, Guild, Martin and Music Man guitars; DW, Gretsch, Ludwig and Natal drums and a wealth of Zildjian cymbals; plus a huge library of virtual orchestral instruments and synths from companies such as Abbey Road, Arturia, BBC, Kontakt, Spitfire Audio, Universal Audio and many more...
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Listen here to a few songs I've produced by Ward Knutur Townes, Phoebe Austin and Elliot Porter >>>
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writing
pre
production
arranging
recording
post
production
mixing
mastering
performance
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I'm a professional drummer and am available to hire for live performance and studio recordings. As well as being comfortable learning existing parts, I have a lot of experience in reading charts / notation and improvising within a variety of settings.
During my 20+ years of experience, I have played 1000's of gigs, festivals and theatre shows at a variety of venues around the British Isles and internationally. The majority of my work is in the pop, rock, funk, jazz, folk and musical theatre genres but I am happy working in any environment other than thrash metal / blast beats as this is a specialism I do not have. I'm punctual, well prepared and ready to have a great time with the team to put on a cracking show.
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I am very comfortable working in recording studios alongside a live band or with instruction from a producer and a click track. I used to run my own recording studio and know the quality and accuracy required for commercial releases. All my equipment is well maintained and of a very high standard; I play Gretsch drums and Zildjian cymbals and have a wide variety to choose from to fit your style of music. I'm also available as a drum tech for other drummers on the live circuit.
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Some of the artists I've worked with on stage and in the studio...
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Chris Ingham (Jazz pianist + Author)
Simon Fell (Orchestral composer)
Sarah Foster (Daisy and The Dark)
Jason Lewis Williams (Broken Family Band)
Svavar Knutur
Lucy Ward
Adyn Townes
Dan Wilde
Jess Morgan
Elliot B Porter
Phoebe Austin
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Ruthie Henshall (TV, West End + Broadway)
Paul Schofield (MD)
Nathan James (TV, Musical Theatre)
Tim Howar (Mike + the Mechanics)
Kerry Ellis (TV, West End Musical Theatre)
Tim Prottey-Jones (TV, Musical Theatre)
Matthew Cavendish (West End + Broadway)
Tom Francis (West End + Broadway)
Voice Squad
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Fingersmith
The Winter Kings
Elizabeth & Jameson
Annie Dressner
The Indietones
The Willows
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plus many more...
composition
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Compositions or arrangements of music can be created for you to use for your band or commercial business; for radio or TV advertising, stage shows, a theatrical drama or film. Please get in touch via email if you'd like to commission a piece of music to be written or recorded.
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Diegetic / Non-diegetic music
Solo piano
String quartet
Orchestral scores
Electronic / Hybrid soundscapes
Songs
Instrumental songs
MIDI realisations
Audio recordings + stereo mixes
music tuition
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Lessons are available on a variety of instruments as well as composition, songwriting, music theory and music technology on a private, one-to-one basis or as small groups in schools. My methods of teaching are based around inspiring you, developing your technique and encouraging you to express yourself, explore and break down boundaries to explore your creativity and musicality!
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drumming
piano &
keyboards
music
production
theory
songwriting
composition