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Hi, I’m Max Solomon. I’m a composer, sound designer, producer, multi-instrumentalist and DJ, with music released under various aliases and performances around the world.
I studied Ethnomusicology at SOAS, University of London (BA Hons, 2:1), from 2016 to 2021. In 2023 I received a BAFTA scholarship to pursue an MSc in Sound and Music for Interactive Games at Leeds Beckett University, now in its final stages.
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Work Experience
Music Youth Educator at Tracks UK
September 1, 2023 - PresentFacilitated music workshops for youth across Sheffield in schools, youth clubs, and at Red Tape Studios for our alternative provision. Duties included guiding young people using samplers, synths, DAWs, recording equipment, mixing, DJing, and songwriting. Delivered video game music workshops using FMOD and Bitwig.
MPC Beatmaking Workshop Facilitator at Endeavour
July 25, 2025 - October 9, 2025Weekly beatmaking sessions for young people focusing on MPC ONE; introduced fundamental music production concepts and hands-on production practice.
Music Workshop Facilitator at The Rowan School
July 24, 2024 - October 9, 2025Facilitated after-school music workshops for SEN students, teaching them to play, perform, and express themselves musically; included collaborative performances and ensemble activities.
Geodesic Dome Builder at Bio Dome Systems
September 1, 2016 - October 9, 2025Gained knowledge of building wooden geodesic domes from scratch using joinery tools; managed workshop workflow and oversaw the production process of each dome.
Sound Design Installation Artist at Red Bull Music Academy Exhibition
January 1, 2019 - October 9, 2025Responsible for the design of various electronic soundscapes, one-shots and stingers, which were physically triggered via hanging orb mechanisms using Max/MSP as part of an immersive art installation.
Composer and Sound Designer at Wordeez Mobile Game
June 24, 2024 - PresentCommissioned to compose and produce original music and bespoke sound design assets for an interactive mobile game called Wordeez.
Music Workshop Facilitator at The Rowan School (SEN School)
January 1, 2024 - July 25, 2024Facilitating four 20-minute sessions to different groups; listening to a variety of music styles, collaborating with performance games and activities; non-verbal children; on-the-go delivery.
Geodesic Dome Builder at Bio Dome Systems
November 1, 2015 - September 1, 2016Knowledge and understanding of how to build wooden Geodesic domes from scratch using joinery tools; managing workflow of the workshop and overseeing the process of each dome.
Exhibition Artist / Sound Designer at Red Bull Music Academy Exhibition
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019Responsible for designing electronic soundscapes, one-shots and stingers triggered via hanging orbs as part of an immersive art installation using Max/MSP.
Workshop Facilitator at The Rowan School (SEN School)
January 24, 2024 - July 24, 2024Facilitating four 20-minute sessions to different groups; activities include listening to varied music styles, collaboration with games, listening, and dance.
After-School Music Workshop Leader at Tracks UK / Sheffield schools
February 1, 2023 - July 31, 2023Facilitating weekly after-school music workshops with young people to learn, play and perform songs; cultural exchange and creative expression.
Geodesic Dome Builder at Bio Domes Systems
November 1, 2015 - September 1, 2016Built Geodesic domes from scratch; managed workshop workflow and oversaw the build process.
Volunteer / Participant at Dharma Moon & Tibet House US
March 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021Contributed to mindfulness/creative activities as part of a collaborative project.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Global Music (Hons) at SOAS University of London
September 1, 2016 - March 1, 2021BA (Hons) Ethnomusicology at The School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London
September 1, 2016 - March 1, 2021MSc in Sound and Music for Interactive Games at Leeds Beckett University
September 1, 2023 - February 10, 2026BA (Hons) Ethnomusicology at SOAS, University of London
September 1, 2016 - March 1, 2021MSc in Sound and Music for Interactive Games at Leeds Beckett University
January 1, 2023 - May 18, 2026Qualifications
Mental Health First Aid Accredited Certificate
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025Mental Health First Aid
January 11, 2030 - February 10, 2026Mental Health First Aid (England)
March 1, 2024 - May 18, 2026Mindfulness Meditation Teacher Training
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026Dharma Moon & Tibet House US Mindfulness / Meditation Involvement
March 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021Dharma Moon & Tibet House US Workshops (Mindfulness/Meditation)
January 11, 2030 - May 18, 2026Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Education, Gaming, Software & Internet, Professional Services
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