MAKE YOUR OWN MUSIC THIS SUMMER
5-DAY MUSIC PRODUCTION WORKSHOP
LEARN HOW TO LAY DOWN BEATS, SAMPLES & SOUNDS, AND PRODUCE YOUR VERY OWN MUSIC TRACK IN JUST 5 DAYS.
HOSTED BY ICMP GRADUATE AND PRODUCER, ALESSANDRO QUAO
ages 12-17 | no experience needed | all equipment included
Moot, Queen’s Park, NW6
3–7 August | 11am–2pm
+hang-out at Moot afterwards (included until 6pm)
MEET ALESSANDRO
Your workshop will be led by Alessandro Quao — music producer, youth worker and graduate of the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP).
A London-based producer, audio engineer and multi-instrumentalist, Alessandro works across production, mixing and mastering, with influences ranging from Pharrell and James Blake to Yussef Dayes.
Alongside his studio work, Alessandro teaches music production and regularly works with young people across London — including delivering sessions at Dragon Hall youth centre in Holborn.
Creative, approachable and seriously passionate about music, Alessandro knows how to make music production feel fun and accessible — whether participants are already obsessed with music or just curious to give it a go.
Over the week, participants will experiment with beats, samples and track-building, explore the styles they love, and create something they’re genuinely proud of.
WHAT WILL I DO DURING THE WORKSHOP?
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Learn how to create original tracks using BandLab — a beginner-friendly music production platform used by creators around the world. From your first beat to a finished track, you’ll build something that’s completely your own
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Try out drum loops, samples, sound effects and MIDI basics to create different styles and moods. Whether you're into rap, grime, indie, house, pop or something totally different — there’s room to experiment
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Get to grips with the building blocks of music production — from song structure and layering to rhythm, arrangement and mixing
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Music is better together. Work individually on your own ideas and collaborate with others to swap inspiration, test ideas and build confidence in a supportive, low-pressure environment
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Bring your track to life visually by designing custom artwork for your music. Think album covers, visuals and personal style — the finishing touch to your finished piece
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End the week with a relaxed live listening showcase at Moot, where participants can share what they’ve made with family and friends (but only if they want to — no pressure!)
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Every participant is welcome to stay on after sessions and enjoy unlimited free play on Moot’s table tennis, table football, basketball and retro arcade games.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
£350 per person
Everything included. No equipment or experience needed
includes:
15 hours of hands-on music production tuition
All equipment provided (laptops, headphones & software)
Learn beats, sampling, mixing and music production
Create your own custom cover art
Small group learning & 1-2-1 support
Stay and hang at Moot after sessions (included until 6pm everyday)
A creative, social and genuinely worthwhile way to spend a week of the summer holidays.
GOOD TO KNOW?
When? Mon 3rd - Fri 7th August, 11am-2pm
A 5-day workshop designed to fit neatly into the summer holidays — with the option to hang-out at Moot afterwards each day until 6pm
For ages 12-17
Whether they’re already obsessed with music or just curious to try something new — everyone’s welcome.
No experience needed
We’ll teach everything from the very beginning. Just bring a love of music!
Everything provided
Laptops, headphones and software are all included (though favourite headphones are welcome!).
Small, supportive groups
Friendly, collaborative and low-pressure — no intimidating music jargon here.
Hosted at Moot, Queen’s Park
A creative social space built for teenagers.
Stay at Moot afterwards
Hang out at Moot after each session until 6pm. Games, music and good vibes included.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Not at all! This workshop is designed for complete beginners as well as music lovers who’ve already had a play around. We’ll teach everything from the very beginning — just bring a love of music.
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That’s completely fine. The workshop is designed to be friendly, supportive and low-pressure. Participants can work independently or collaborate with others — whatever feels comfortable.
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The workshop will be led by music producer, youth worker and ICMP graduate Alessandro Quao, supported by the Moot team to make sure everyone feels welcome, safe and supported throughout the week. And of course, every adult on-site has youth experience and is DBS checked.
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Anything goes. Whether they’re into rap, grime, house, electronic, indie, pop or something completely different, the workshop is designed to help participants explore their own style and create music that feels like them.
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Groups will be maximum of 10 to make sure everyone gets support, space to create and a great experience.
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Nope — everything is provided, including laptops, headphones and software. If they have favourite headphones they love using, they’re very welcome to bring them along.
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Yes. Every participant is welcome to stay at Moot after the workshop until 6pm, with access to games, social spaces and good company.
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Moot also has drinks and snacks available to buy, and we have fabulous downstairs neighbours, Pizza Pilgrims, who are always happy to feed our teenagers! You are, of course, also welcome to bring your own drinks and snacks.
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Participants will finish the week with a relaxed showcase of the music they’ve created for family and friends at Moot (sharing is encouraged, but no pressure!).
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More than 21 days before:
full refund14-21 days before:
50% refundLess than 14 days before:
non-refundable.
FIND MOOT
43-47 Lonsdale Rd
London
NW6 6RA
10 mins from Paddington | 10 mins from Euston | 20 mins from Oxford Circus | 25 mins from Clapham Junction