Industry Insights: A&R Feedback Session

Presented in partnership with , sessions in this three-month series will offer emerging artists a space to connect and explore the landscape of modern production music, supporting them to build professionalism and sustainability in their creative careers.

Workshops are open to individuals of all experience levels and can be accessed via subscription to Saffron’s digital Members Club, or by booking a ticket, with bursary spaces available.

A&R sessions provide a brilliant opportunity to get feedback direct from the very people you would be pitching to in the industry. This fun and interactive session is a chance to connect with experienced music library producers who can help you shine in the world of production music.

What can you expect? We'll dive into the world of music library publishing, sharing all the insider knowledge you need to succeed. Learn about the professional standards and expectations, and get practical tips on how to present your work like a pro. We’ll talk about everything from creating standout tracks to the nuances of navigating the production music landscape.

This session is your chance to showcase your music and get direct, constructive feedback from industry pros. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your sound, you'll get personalised insights that can take your tracks to the next level.

If you'd like to submit a track for feedback, please email it to us by midnight on Monday, November 25th. `Submission instructions will be provided via email upon registration for this session.

Róisín Doyle-Bakare is a production assistant at Cavendish Music, bringing a wealth of expertise and passion to the team. With an MA in Music Business, Roisin has developed a deep understanding of the music industry and strategic aspects of music business management.

Róisín's experience is rich and varied, including speaking on A&R panels where she shares her insights and expertise with aspiring musicians. She is dedicated to mentoring emerging talent, helping them navigate the complexities of the music industry and realise their full potential.

Since 2016 Tammy has been Cavendish’ Senior Music Consultant and Senior Producer, working with music supervision companies, advertising agencies, film and TV production companies and a plethora of clients to help them find their perfect track, winning many awards along the way, including two prestigious Music + Sound Awards in 2023. As Senior Producer Tammy works with many artists, producers, composers and musicians to create tracks and albums for the Cavendish catalogue, winning awards at Production Music Awards and gaining multiple syncs in advertising, film and TV.

Access to these sessions is free for sustainer and soulmate members of Saffron’s online community, Saffron Members Club. Membership packages start at just £5.50 per month and provide access to regular online workshops, an online community space, video masterclasses, free music tech tools, discounts and much more. If you can’t afford a ticket but believe you would benefit from attending, please email us: [email protected].

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Workshops are open to people worldwide but will be running at 7.30 pm UK time so please bear differences in time zone in mind. If you purchase a ticket but aren’t able to attend live, you will automatically be emailed a recording of the workshop(s) after the event.

We are committed to making our online events as accessible as possible. We have created a guidance document about this - Click here to view the accessibility document. Alternatively, please email us with any access requirements you may have.

The gender imbalance in the music technology industry is well-recognised. While we are absolutely not ‘anti-men’, we see that a shorter-term solution is to provide fellowship and learning environments that are not dominated by the cisgender male perspective. Therefore, these workshops are intended for women, non-binary, trans and gender non-conforming people to attend. While we do not ban cisgender men from attending, we hope that they will respect that this event is not intended for them.

We are committed to making our online events as accessible as possible. We have created a guidance document about this - Click here to view the accessibility document. Alternatively, please email us with any access requirements you may have: [email protected]

Saffron is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to advance gender equality in the music tech sector by creating safer spaces for marginalised people to learn, create and grow confidently through forward-thinking technological music creation, DJ and music industry experience.

Saffron’s work focuses on educational courses, online workshops, mentoring, a global members club and an artist development and label platform. We are building a future industry that is inclusive and diverse. Founded in Bristol UK in 2015, Saffron has grown from a one-woman operation to an initiative supporting thousands of people worldwide to find music education and community.

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We’re the people behind the music on films like Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Tolkien, & I, Tonya; TV shows including The Crown, Planet Earth, and Doctor Who; and adverts for everything from Gucci to Audi. 

We started out in 1937 as Boosey & Hawkes Recorded Music Library and are the UK’s largest independent production music publisher, part of the Anthem Entertainment family. We have a catalogue of 100,000+ tracks, from all eras, in all genres. We’re the proud parents of seven labels and represent some of the world’s best music libraries. Our awards cabinet could rival the big boys’ (although we don’t like to brag), and our studio in King’s Cross is frequently booked by some of the top names in the business. 

We are huge fans of Saffron, and want to do all that we can to support the organisation and all of the wonderful artists that work with them. If you’re ever in London, you’re more than welcome to use our studio in Kings Cross, or to pop in and visit us for a cup of coffee any time. 

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