I am Chandra Prakash Kharel, a seasoned audio professional with over 24 years of experience in recording, sound design, mixing, and mastering. I have recorded more than 6,000 songs in-studio, reflecting cultural and ethnic diversity across Nepal and beyond. I am known for my technical excellence, professional approach, and ability to deliver polished sound for both live shows and studio productions. I excel at designing and operating digital and analog equipment, supervising teams, and solving challenges under pressure. I am driven by a passion for creating unique sounds and continually exploring new techniques to help clients achieve their sonic vision.

Chandra Prakash Kharel

I am Chandra Prakash Kharel, a seasoned audio professional with over 24 years of experience in recording, sound design, mixing, and mastering. I have recorded more than 6,000 songs in-studio, reflecting cultural and ethnic diversity across Nepal and beyond. I am known for my technical excellence, professional approach, and ability to deliver polished sound for both live shows and studio productions. I excel at designing and operating digital and analog equipment, supervising teams, and solving challenges under pressure. I am driven by a passion for creating unique sounds and continually exploring new techniques to help clients achieve their sonic vision.

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I am Chandra Prakash Kharel, a seasoned audio professional with over 24 years of experience in recording, sound design, mixing, and mastering. I have recorded more than 6,000 songs in-studio, reflecting cultural and ethnic diversity across Nepal and beyond. I am known for my technical excellence, professional approach, and ability to deliver polished sound for both live shows and studio productions.

I excel at designing and operating digital and analog equipment, supervising teams, and solving challenges under pressure. I am driven by a passion for creating unique sounds and continually exploring new techniques to help clients achieve their sonic vision.

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Language

Nepali
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Senior Recordist (Sound Engineer) at Music Nepal Pvt. Ltd
October 1, 2001 - Present
Manage all stages of the sound recording process for studio and live settings. Supervise and train audio technicians; assess venues in advance to determine equipment needs; collaborate with clients and producers to define goals and deliver optimal sound. Set up and maintain studio recording gear and live sound systems, troubleshoot faulty equipment and noise issues, and deliver high-quality recordings. Mix and edit sound, add effects, and perform pre-mastering; work with musician clients to develop top-quality recordings; ensure sound quality meets project goals.
Senior Recordist (Sound Engineer) at Music Nepal Pvt. Ltd (musicnepal.com)
October 1, 2001 - Present
Manage all stages of sound recording process; supervise and train audio technicians; set up audio equipment for sound management and recording at live events and studio sessions; assess venues in advance to determine equipment needs; work with clients to define goals and present optimal solutions; ensure great sound quality; set up and maintain equipment for studio recording sessions; overcome challenges such as faulty equipment and noise leakage; use creative approaches to achieve desired sound quality and effects; mix and edit sound recordings; work with musician clients to develop top-quality recordings.
Senior Recordist / Sound Designer / Studio In-Charge (Audio Engineering Works) at Music Nepal Limited
September 26, 2001 - Present
Oversee all stages of sound recording, supervise and train audio technicians, set up equipment for live events and studio sessions, assess venues to determine appropriate gear, collaborate with clients to define goals, ensure high-quality sound, mix and edit recordings, and manage studio operations using digital mixing desks and editing software.

Education

Plus 2 at Progressive Secondary School
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2022
BA at Tribhuvan University
January 1, 2022 - June 19, 2026
Diploma Course in Recording Engineering and Music Production at Noble Freaks, Kathmandu, Nepal
January 11, 2030 - June 19, 2026

Qualifications

Presidential Award for outstanding achievement for mastering and mixing voice of 365 artists for 'Environment conservation appeal'
January 11, 2030 - May 11, 2026
Guinness Book of World Record: The most vocal solos in a song recording (365 contributors) for the song Melancholy, Kathmandu, Nepal
February 1, 2018 - May 11, 2026
Peace Hero
February 16, 2019 - May 11, 2026
Certificate as a Song Editor: International Chhayanchhabi Honor awards 2018
January 11, 2030 - May 11, 2026
Certificate of appreciation: Eurasia Reiyukai 11th Branch Office
January 11, 2030 - May 11, 2026
Recognized by Nepal Music Center for assisting (audio technician) in live sound management & recording at major events
January 11, 2030 - May 11, 2026
Curriculum Development Center – recording, editing and mastering audio material using digital equipment
January 11, 2030 - May 11, 2026
Cultural Corporation – executing sound management events as a sound technician
January 11, 2030 - May 11, 2026
Song Editor Certificate
January 1, 2018 - May 11, 2026
Curriculum Development Center Award for recording, editing and mastering audio material
June 2, 2009 - May 11, 2026
Certificate as Song Editor
January 1, 2018 - June 19, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Government, Non-Profit Organization