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Author: Alessandro Ciniero Edits: Dennis Beentjes the Women that changed the Face of Music For decades, the music industry has been primarily viewed through a male lens. Melinda Newman’s 2018 Billboard article, “Where Are All the Female Music Producers?” highlighted the stark reality that only about 2% of pop music producers were female, according to […]

Alessandro Ciniero is one of our skilled technicians at Abbey Road Institute Amsterdam, with a deep passion for classic albums, particularly in the pop and rock genres. His journey into vinyl collecting began with his father’s first record in 1976, which sparked a lifelong hobby. Alessandro’s introduction to classical music came from his grandmother, a […]

In the ever-evolving world of music production, being skilled in multiple disciplines, a jack of all trades, is a rare and valuable trait. Marcoantonio Spaventi, one of our talented lecturers at Abbey Road Institute Amsterdam, exemplifies this versatility. As a mastering engineer, sound engineer, music producer, Ableton and synthesis expert and teacher, Marcoantonio brings a […]

The role of a music producer is often misunderstood. Producing music doesn’t necessarily make you a music producer; it makes you a music maker. A true music producer wears multiple hats, and making music is just one of them. At Abbey Road Institute Amsterdam, we are fortunate to have Nick Ribbens, a prime example of […]

Every year, our graduates from around the world gather in London for a memorable celebration: receiving their diplomas at the iconic Abbey Road Studios. It’s more than just a ceremony; it’s an experience. New graduates take part in immersive workshops at Abbey Road and Angel Studios, where they enhance their skills and ignite their creativity. […]

Interview with Jorge Antequera We’ve all heard that music is a universal language, but for most artists, the passion for music goes beyond that. This rings true for most of our artists, engineers, and producers. And it rings just as true for Jorge Antequera, an Abbey Road graduate whose passion for music knows no bounds. […]

In the world of music production, Sylvia Massy is a name that needs no introduction. A legendary figure in the industry, Sylvia has made her mark through decades of groundbreaking work with artists like Tool, Johnny Cash, System of a Down, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Prince and Brazilian band South Cry. What sets Sylvia apart […]

Suppose you were in and around Amsterdam last October. In that case, you couldn’t avoid it: Amsterdam Dance Event, where the city was buzzing, celebrating electronic music in full force! With a multitude of parties as part of the festival, workshops and seminars as part of the conference and several side events, it was better […]

As part of the Full-Time and Part-Time courses at Abbey Road Institute Amsterdam, we invite national and internationally acclaimed music industry guest speakers for masterclasses and workshops. Typically, these events are exclusive to our students. Earlier this year, we invited Andrew Scheps, who has been working as a mixing engineer since 1991, to give an […]

Meet Abbey Road Institute graduate Gilles van Wees, music producer, composer, engineer, multi-instrumentalist and member of the band Banji! Banji is one of the fast-rising bands in the Dutch music scene, with the potential to cross borders. They describe their music as Hyperactive Indie, with strong influences from Hip Hop and have been featured numerous […]