Raw talent.
Pro sound.
Studio Solutions is a community-focused music initiative for young people aged 12–24. Hands-on recording, production and performance on professional gear — in a safe, creative, professionally equipped environment.
Music as a tool for change.
Studio Solutions is a community-focused music initiative designed to engage young people aged 12 to 24 in a safe, creative, and professionally equipped recording environment. Working in partnership with social services, youth organisations, and referral agencies, the project provides access to real studio experiences that many young people would otherwise never have.
The programme is built on the belief that music is a powerful tool for self-expression, personal development and positive change. Whether a young person arrives with years of experience or has never touched a microphone, we welcome them where they are and support them to grow.
The studio is not just a recording space — it is a place where young people can feel heard, valued, and capable.
Four creative pathways.
Professionally equipped recording studio sessions across four core disciplines — shaped around what each young person wants to make.
Performance & Vocal
Find your voice. Mic confidence, breath control and stage presence from the booth to the live room.
Production & Song writing
Turn ideas into finished tracks. Beat making, arrangement and creative direction in Logic Pro.
Recording & Studio Craft
Step behind the glass. Learn signal flow, mic technique and how to capture and use a professional console.
DJ Workshops
Hands-on experience behind professional DJ equipment. Open to all levels — from complete beginners to those with some existing knowledge. No equipment, experience or theory required.
A single 3-hour studio session.
Ideal for agencies wanting to introduce a young person to the studio environment before committing to a full programme, with no further obligation.
| Session Type | Duration | Participants |
|---|---|---|
| Taster — 1 Young Person | 3 hours | 1 |
| Taster — 2 Young People | 3 hours | 2 |
| Taster — 3 Young People | 3 hours | 3 |
| Taster — 4 Young People | 3 hours | 4 |
Build skills, confidence and a finished track.
A structured journey through music creation. Each week is a 3-hour studio session, with a progress report for the referring agency at weeks 3 and 6.
| Programme | Sessions | Participants |
|---|---|---|
| 6-Week — 1 Young Person | 6 x 3hrs | 1 |
| 6-Week — 2 Young People | 6 x 3hrs | 2 |
| 6-Week — 3 Young People | 6 x 3hrs | 3 |
| 6-Week — 4 Young People | 6 x 3hrs | 4 |
Our flagship sustained-engagement programme.
The most comprehensive option — designed for young people who would benefit from sustained creative engagement over a longer period, with fortnightly progress reports.
| Programme | Sessions | Participants |
|---|---|---|
| 12-Week — 1 Young Person | 12 x 3hrs | 1 |
| 12-Week — 2 Young People | 12 x 3hrs | 2 |
| 12-Week — 3 Young People | 12 x 3hrs | 3 |
| 12-Week — 4 Young People | 12 x 3hrs | 4 |
What every programme includes.
Built on four core principles.
Engagement
A structured, purposeful activity that motivates young people to participate consistently and take ownership of their creative work.
Fun
A relaxed, enjoyable environment where young people feel free to express themselves without judgement or pressure.
Therapeutic Benefit
Music as a channel for emotional expression, stress relief and building self-worth, particularly for young people facing personal or social challenges.
Creativity
Original thinking, artistic development and the confidence to share personal ideas with others.
Education
Connecting participants with music-related courses, qualifications and further learning opportunities.
Employability
Introducing young people to careers in the creative industries — performance, production, sound engineering and artist management.
Built around referral partners.
We welcome referrals from
- Social services and care teams
- Youth offending teams and probation services
- CAMHS and mental health support workers
- Schools, pupil referral units, and alternative education providers
- Community organisations and youth charities
A collaborative approach
We are committed to working collaboratively with referral partners to ensure that each participant is appropriately supported before, during, and after their sessions. All practitioners hold an Enhanced DBS certificate, and a signed referral form is required before sessions begin.
Gallery.
A look inside our sessions and the space where it all happens.
Let's talk.
To make a referral or discuss how Studio Solutions can support the young people you work with, contact Chris Thomas directly.