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Sam WillisFeb 22, 2025 12:00:02 PM1 min read

Hear what our students, guests and staff said about Industry Week 2025

Hear what our students, staff and guest speakers thought about this year's Industry Week ...
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Sam WillisFeb 21, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

How to start a club night: Expert tips from promoters

Looking for advice for starting your own local club night? Adam from Bristol-based event ...
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Sam WillisFeb 12, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

How music producers can make money in the music industry

Learn how music producers can make money in the music industry, outside of performing and ...
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Sam WillisFeb 6, 2025 4:02:23 PM< 1 min read

Behind the scenes: Life as a freelance live sound engineer

Shan Hira takes us behind the scenes to explain life as a freelance live sound engineer, ...
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Sam WillisFeb 2, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

Dolby Atmos mixing at dBs Institute: Why it matters for our students

Learn more about Dolby Atmos mixing, how it's changing the music industry and how dBs ...
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Sam WillisJan 31, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

How live sound engineer Shan Hira started his career in the industry

Get an inside perspective on how a veteran live sound engineer started their career, and ...
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Sam WillisJan 31, 2025 8:50:19 AM19 min read

What exactly does a music producer do? An ultimate guide from the pros

Music producers supervise artists’ projects, bringing their vision to life. This ultimate ...
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Sam WillisJan 29, 2025 8:00:00 PM< 1 min read

What library music used for?

So you've composed, produced and submitted music to a music library, but where could it ...
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Sam WillisJan 24, 2025 10:42:21 AM14 min read

How to start your career in sound engineering: A beginner’s guide

Interested in a career in sound engineering? Learn how to develop your skills and find ...
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Sam WillisJan 15, 2025 8:00:00 PM1 min read

How to get paid as a library musician

Want to make money from your music? Learn how to get paid by working as a library ...
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Sam WillisJan 12, 2025 8:30:00 AM< 1 min read

What is library music and how does it work?

What is library music and how do music libraries work? Find out here with professional ...
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Sam WillisJan 10, 2025 10:24:05 AM< 1 min read

Quick tips for getting started as a live sound engineer

Shan Hira, a pro live sound engineer with decades of experience, offers some quick tips ...
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