Classical to Contemporary - A Composition and Recording Masterclass

This masterclass will feature an original piece for the day, written by Ben Andrew, contributing composer to Harry Gregson-Williams’ forthcoming Gladiator II film score, performed on World Heart Beat’s Steinway D piano and a jazz set recorded and mixed using world-class equipment from Solid State Logic and DPA. Classical to Contemporary is your opportunity to gain a unique insight into a range of composition, mic’ing and production techniques and learn how these can be applied to your productions.

Please RSVP to: jay@worldheartbeat.org

Classical to Contemporary is your opportunity to gain a unique insight into a range of composition, mic’ing and production techniques and learn how these can be applied to your productions.

Stefano is a recording and mixing engineer, whose music credits go from The Beatles to Andrea Bocelli, and whose film score credits list movies such as Solo: A Star Wars Story and Avengers: Endgame. After 7 years at Abbey Road Studios, he now works at School Farm Studios, a state-of-the-art recording complex which he opened with Andrew Sunnucks.

Ben is a composer, author and pianist who is equally adept at scoring large-scale orchestral works, as he is working with sound design and synthesis. Ben has written music featured in blockbuster movies including Meg 2: The Trench and he has recently contributed to Harry Gregson-Williams' score for Gladiator II, directed by Ridley Scott. He has orchestrated music for eminent musicians such as Tony Iommi, including his most recent release ‘Deified’. He is also currently writing music for major UK television productions. Ben has just accepted a full-time position in Los Angeles, where he will be working as Composing Assistant for film composer Harry Gregson-Williams (The Martian, Shrek, The Chronicles of Narnia, The Equalizer). As a classically trained pianist, Ben has performed extensively both in the UK and abroad including Europe and East-Asia.

Is a highly accomplished audio engineer and music producer, known for his exceptional work in both studio and live settings & the founder of Delay+Haus, a boutique recording studio located in the scenic area of North Buckinghamshire, UK. Throughout his career, Luke has collaborated with a diverse range of artists, including high-profile names such as Juice Wrld, Arlo Parks, MIA, Labrinth, Freya Ridings, Moses Boyd & tyronneissacstuart along with various compositions & post-production credits for blockbuster games Destiny 2, Sony’s Spider Man and Avatar: The Way of Water. Luke’s approach to music production is characterized by a dedication to quality & innovation. With an ear forged though 90’s Hip Hop & electronic music, but trained in Orchestral and Jazz recording techniques, Luke’s ability to blend this musical diaspora is key to his work & draws upon far-reaching influences as a way to forge new sounds.

James Gero CEO welcomes you to step into one of London's most breathtaking venues, where modern elegance meets timeless sophistication. World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens, stands as a beacon of architectural brilliance. Every corner of this magnificent space is designed to inspire and awe, offering a perfect blend of contemporary style and unparalleled creative opportunities. As you walk through the exquisite interiors, you'll be immersed in an atmosphere of innovation. The event will take place in a setting like no other, where James Gero and his team spent three years meticulously crafting the venue to create an unforgettable experience. World Heart Beat Embassy Gardens isn’t just a venue; it’s a masterpiece of how developers could use their spaces, a place where dreams take flight, and extraordinary moments are brought to life.