Abbey Road Studios’ Annual Festival
Abby Road Studio is set to host their sixth annual Align festival, starting on March 3, featuring complimentary master classes for aspiring women artists and creative individuals.
Program Details and Participants
The event will welcome eight novice engineers and producers each day, with seminars led by artists such as Asia (shown in the photo), Divorce, man/woman/chainsaw, Fiona, and Flowerovlove. The final act will be revealed on March 8.
During their studio session, each artist will collaborate with a producer and alternative pop artist Sarah Maze, with engineering support from Abbey Road’s Marta Di Soszi.
“I am incredibly proud that the Abbey Road program is celebrating its sixth year,” said Abbey Road managing director, Sally Davis. “At Abbey Road, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive music industry, and Align plays a crucial role in creating opportunities for talented young women and underrepresented individuals. By providing access to our facilities and mentorship from our engineers, we aim to empower the next generation of creative talent to shape the sounds of tomorrow. Align is not just about imparting technical skills; it’s about building a supportive community and breaking down barriers for unrepresented voices.”
Launched in 2020, this initiative focuses on addressing the gender disparity in music production and engineering, where female specialists account for less than 5%. Over its six-year history, Abbey Road has organized various programs in conjunction with International Women’s Day, Pride, and Trans Day.
Festival Schedule
Full schedule of dates:
MARCH
3 Abbey Road Studios, London, UK (Asia)
4 Abbey Road Studios, London, UK (Divorce)
5 Abbey Road Studios, London, UK (man/woman/chainsaw)
6 Abbey Road Studios, London, UK (Fiona)
7 Abbey Road Studios, London, UK (Flowerovlove)
8 Abbey Road Studios, London, UK (TBA)
Applications for participation will close on February 23 at 23:59, with successful applicants notified on February 24.
