Testimonials
Feedback for Pro Tools 130 (Game Audio)
Ricardo Braganca (Lecturer, Sound Designer & Pro Tools Instructor, Portugal)
Pro Tools 130 Game Audio is a very novel and unique course that should be taken by any sound designer/musician that is interested in understanding how to work with game audio. As lecturer, Pro Tools instructor and sound designer I saw a good opportunity to stretch my skill range and to introduce this, at university level, in my own country since I don't know any other Game Audio course out there that can be as challenging and engaging as this one. The information provided was spot on and the exercises that followed the instructor's presentation gave me a way to put into practice what I was being taught having Pro Tools as the main tool for the job. Overall I was very happy with the course!
Feedback for Pro Tools Training: Barry Sage (Pro Audiotec S.L. Spain)
"Needing to supply a Pro Tools 130 course for games for our clients at Plan Advanca in Spain, we naturally chose Alchemea as the best training centre in Europe for our needs. As always, the reception we received was extremely professional and hospitable.
The course, delivered by the extremely knowledgable Neil Pickles was impeccable, and covered not only the PT 130 module itself, but also revealed insights into the programmes used, the application of the workflow and valuable information, ideas and experience on delivering the module ourselves.
Although our class was made up of Pro Tools training partners with the same objective as myself and my partner Gonzalo Lasheras, I would highly recommend this course for anyone with an interest in Gaming Technology, or in furthering their knowledge of using Pro Tools for post production and cross media technology, and would highly recommend Alchemea as the place to gain a professional grounding in this subject. As a fully professional training centre, Alchemea will remain my point of reference for all my (and my company's) training needs.
Thanks once again guys, keep up the good work!
Praise for Alchemea (Facebook)
"Alchemea College is the one place to be if you love music and all the things around it and ones you are in you will never want to leave." - Christopher Gatt (Studio Sound Diploma Student 2010)
"Best people , best college, I love Alchemea! Thank you all at Alchemea!" - Ivan Kralev (Studio Sound Diploma Student 2010)
Feedback for Studio Sound Diploma: Russell Nie (2010)
Great course, awesome lecturers, anyone who has any interest in recording or live sound should check it out! I was a total novice coming into this, not even half way through and have already learned so much - Alchemea = awesome!!!
Feedback for Studio Sound Diploma: Will Harding (2009)
Hey guys just wanted to say thanks for everything and thanks to everyone at the college. I loved it and was one of the best things I've done in a long time! Anyone looking to do this course don't hesitate, everyone at the college is great and you just have such a sweet time there. Expect to be losing half your life to ...late nights though, I'll be there for the christmas party as well :D
Feedback for Studio Sound Diploma: Paulo G (2009)
'The Alchemea College is the perfect place to learn everything from recording, to mixing and mastering, as well as Post Production. Of course it requires a lot of effort, committement and time, but it's definetely worth it. The skills i gained at the college were crucial for me to find work after the course completition, especially the Pro Tools lectures. The Software is well taught by industry professionals and is present in every workstation and computer in the college, and this makes the learning process much easier.
I can't stress enough how it is important to learn how to operate it properly and efficently, in order to succeed in the workplace. Teachers are kind and always willing to help in case of necessity, but of course it's up to the student to apply what they learn and improve. If they want, there's no better place to become a professional. I'd strongly reccomend this course to anyone wanting to get serious about audio engineering. Moreover, the Angel area is wonderful. I miss it!
Feedback for (NEW) Ableton Live 101: Stevie Pedley
"Very good course for people who have used Ableton but want to dive deeper into it. Jonny is a very freindly guy who has helped me in my production techniques and workflow hugely hugely. Overall I am very happy and would definitely recommend this course."
Feedback for our Live Sound Diploma: Sacha (Very Happy) Hansler: Live Sound Diploma Student
"I thought I would let you know that I have been taken on by Fabric as a Sound Assistant for this coming Friday and will be paid £150!! I am very chuffed and just shows that doing work experience for free does pay off and I have learnt the right things. They said they did not have any work for 2 months when I spoke to them two weeks ago, so I said i would work for free last week and obviously liked my vibe and so created a job for me. They have a list of engineers that they could call but chose me. I hope this leads to more work there and at other venues. Anyway I thought I would say thanks for the hard work you guys have put into the coarse. The fee has been worth every penny."
Feedback for Pro Tools Training: Daniel Jaramillo (Pro Tools Music Expert / Freelance Audio Engineer)
"I just wanted to write to you to say thanks for all this Pro Tools expert experience with you guys. (It was the most stressful experience of my life. jaja.) This was probably the most challenging goals I have set my self to achieve so far, and I'm pretty sure that what I have gained from this experience will be of great help in my developing career. Because of this, I just wanted to thank you all for helping me throughout this process. Good Luck and I'll see you soon!"
Feedback for Logic 101 & 301: Dean McCarthy
"The Apple courses at Alchemea were fun and productive. I had the pleasure of working with Gary Brohmam of Olympic studios for my 101, who gave a great insight to both the Logic software and its uses in the industry today. The classes were fun, and there was always a great atmosphere. I'm now a recognised Apple Pro User (Level 1 & 2) and have a much improved workflow and understanding of Logic Pro 8. I would like to thank Alchemea for the course, and my tutors Alex Burak and Gary Bromham for doing a great job!"
Feedback for Final Cut Pro Training: Dan Burke (Designer: www.isabellaoliver.com
"Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the FCP course completed yesterday, I was very impressed with both the facilities and the teaching – a great learning experience."
Feedback for Pro Tools Expert & ICON Training: Saul Pariente (Producer Engineer)
"Thanks for the great Pro Tools Expert and ICON training Neil, Justin and all at Alchemea. The family vibe is friendly and laid back but also intensive and very professional. I realised that to get on in the industry it was essential for me know Pro Tools inside out. Since gaining certification my confidence has grown and I have picked up lots of new work as a producer, programmer and pro tools operator (recently the live recording engineer for Daniel Powter, The Rasmus, Katy Perry & Eliseo Parra). Alchemea is for sure the best place to learn Pro Tools in Europe. Many thank and see you all again soon."
www.myspace.com/saulsounddesign
Feedback for Various Short Courses: Marcelo Vig (session drummer, programmer, producer) (Patrick Wolf, Eminem, Avril Lavigne, Will Smith)
"Doing the technology courses (Pro Tools, Logic, Reason & Ableton) at Alchemea has sped up my learning curve immensely, and has been an invaluable experience. I feel a lot more confident with my studio skills and the production jobs are starting to pour in. (Oh yeah and the delis around the school are very nice as well)."
http://web.mac.com/vigsound
Feedback for Ableton Live Course: Sanjeev Bhardwaj (Sanj - Technical Manager f a b r i c )
"Absolutely wikked Ableton Live course, it was fun and interesting at the same time. Surroundings and tutor were great. A big shout for Alchemea. See you again soon."
Feedback for Ableton Live Course: DJ PATHAAN)
"Alchemea's Ableton Live has allowed me to get my head around the new possibilities of more than just Djing. Reasonably easy to understand and friendly atmosphere!!"
www.pathaan.com
Feedback for Introduction to Music Technology & Logic 101: Rob Hayes
"Hi Tony - Just to say thought the courses were brilliant and Marco was very helpful, he was probably sick of all my questions but hid it well. Thank you for all your help!"
Feedback for Introduction to Music Technology: Keith Simmonds
"This is just a quick email to say a huge thank you for the excellent Music Tech Crash Course that I attended on Sat 11 Oct led by the tutor named Jonathan. In my opinion, the course did exactly what it said on the tin (as they say!). The course has inspired me to take my sound recording further and in time take some more training. What was really refreshing too, was that diversity of students, from a wide variety of backgrounds, but all coming together to share a passion for furthering their knowledge of music and sound production. This created an informal but creative atmosphere for learning."
More to follow...
Ricardo Braganca (Lecturer, Sound Designer & Pro Tools Instructor, Portugal)
Pro Tools 130 Game Audio is a very novel and unique course that should be taken by any sound designer/musician that is interested in understanding how to work with game audio. As lecturer, Pro Tools instructor and sound designer I saw a good opportunity to stretch my skill range and to introduce this, at university level, in my own country since I don't know any other Game Audio course out there that can be as challenging and engaging as this one. The information provided was spot on and the exercises that followed the instructor's presentation gave me a way to put into practice what I was being taught having Pro Tools as the main tool for the job. Overall I was very happy with the course!
Feedback for Pro Tools Training: Barry Sage (Pro Audiotec S.L. Spain)
"Needing to supply a Pro Tools 130 course for games for our clients at Plan Advanca in Spain, we naturally chose Alchemea as the best training centre in Europe for our needs. As always, the reception we received was extremely professional and hospitable.
The course, delivered by the extremely knowledgable Neil Pickles was impeccable, and covered not only the PT 130 module itself, but also revealed insights into the programmes used, the application of the workflow and valuable information, ideas and experience on delivering the module ourselves.
Although our class was made up of Pro Tools training partners with the same objective as myself and my partner Gonzalo Lasheras, I would highly recommend this course for anyone with an interest in Gaming Technology, or in furthering their knowledge of using Pro Tools for post production and cross media technology, and would highly recommend Alchemea as the place to gain a professional grounding in this subject. As a fully professional training centre, Alchemea will remain my point of reference for all my (and my company's) training needs.
Thanks once again guys, keep up the good work!
Praise for Alchemea (Facebook)
"Alchemea College is the one place to be if you love music and all the things around it and ones you are in you will never want to leave." - Christopher Gatt (Studio Sound Diploma Student 2010)
"Best people , best college, I love Alchemea! Thank you all at Alchemea!" - Ivan Kralev (Studio Sound Diploma Student 2010)
Feedback for Studio Sound Diploma: Russell Nie (2010)
Great course, awesome lecturers, anyone who has any interest in recording or live sound should check it out! I was a total novice coming into this, not even half way through and have already learned so much - Alchemea = awesome!!!
Feedback for Studio Sound Diploma: Will Harding (2009)
Hey guys just wanted to say thanks for everything and thanks to everyone at the college. I loved it and was one of the best things I've done in a long time! Anyone looking to do this course don't hesitate, everyone at the college is great and you just have such a sweet time there. Expect to be losing half your life to ...late nights though, I'll be there for the christmas party as well :D
Feedback for Studio Sound Diploma: Paulo G (2009)
'The Alchemea College is the perfect place to learn everything from recording, to mixing and mastering, as well as Post Production. Of course it requires a lot of effort, committement and time, but it's definetely worth it. The skills i gained at the college were crucial for me to find work after the course completition, especially the Pro Tools lectures. The Software is well taught by industry professionals and is present in every workstation and computer in the college, and this makes the learning process much easier.
I can't stress enough how it is important to learn how to operate it properly and efficently, in order to succeed in the workplace. Teachers are kind and always willing to help in case of necessity, but of course it's up to the student to apply what they learn and improve. If they want, there's no better place to become a professional. I'd strongly reccomend this course to anyone wanting to get serious about audio engineering. Moreover, the Angel area is wonderful. I miss it!
Feedback for (NEW) Ableton Live 101: Stevie Pedley
"Very good course for people who have used Ableton but want to dive deeper into it. Jonny is a very freindly guy who has helped me in my production techniques and workflow hugely hugely. Overall I am very happy and would definitely recommend this course."
Feedback for our Live Sound Diploma: Sacha (Very Happy) Hansler: Live Sound Diploma Student
"I thought I would let you know that I have been taken on by Fabric as a Sound Assistant for this coming Friday and will be paid £150!! I am very chuffed and just shows that doing work experience for free does pay off and I have learnt the right things. They said they did not have any work for 2 months when I spoke to them two weeks ago, so I said i would work for free last week and obviously liked my vibe and so created a job for me. They have a list of engineers that they could call but chose me. I hope this leads to more work there and at other venues. Anyway I thought I would say thanks for the hard work you guys have put into the coarse. The fee has been worth every penny."
Feedback for Pro Tools Training: Daniel Jaramillo (Pro Tools Music Expert / Freelance Audio Engineer)
"I just wanted to write to you to say thanks for all this Pro Tools expert experience with you guys. (It was the most stressful experience of my life. jaja.) This was probably the most challenging goals I have set my self to achieve so far, and I'm pretty sure that what I have gained from this experience will be of great help in my developing career. Because of this, I just wanted to thank you all for helping me throughout this process. Good Luck and I'll see you soon!"
Feedback for Logic 101 & 301: Dean McCarthy
"The Apple courses at Alchemea were fun and productive. I had the pleasure of working with Gary Brohmam of Olympic studios for my 101, who gave a great insight to both the Logic software and its uses in the industry today. The classes were fun, and there was always a great atmosphere. I'm now a recognised Apple Pro User (Level 1 & 2) and have a much improved workflow and understanding of Logic Pro 8. I would like to thank Alchemea for the course, and my tutors Alex Burak and Gary Bromham for doing a great job!"
Feedback for Final Cut Pro Training: Dan Burke (Designer: www.isabellaoliver.com
"Just wanted to say how much I enjoyed the FCP course completed yesterday, I was very impressed with both the facilities and the teaching – a great learning experience."
Feedback for Pro Tools Expert & ICON Training: Saul Pariente (Producer Engineer)
"Thanks for the great Pro Tools Expert and ICON training Neil, Justin and all at Alchemea. The family vibe is friendly and laid back but also intensive and very professional. I realised that to get on in the industry it was essential for me know Pro Tools inside out. Since gaining certification my confidence has grown and I have picked up lots of new work as a producer, programmer and pro tools operator (recently the live recording engineer for Daniel Powter, The Rasmus, Katy Perry & Eliseo Parra). Alchemea is for sure the best place to learn Pro Tools in Europe. Many thank and see you all again soon."
www.myspace.com/saulsounddesign
Feedback for Various Short Courses: Marcelo Vig (session drummer, programmer, producer) (Patrick Wolf, Eminem, Avril Lavigne, Will Smith)
"Doing the technology courses (Pro Tools, Logic, Reason & Ableton) at Alchemea has sped up my learning curve immensely, and has been an invaluable experience. I feel a lot more confident with my studio skills and the production jobs are starting to pour in. (Oh yeah and the delis around the school are very nice as well)."
http://web.mac.com/vigsound
Feedback for Ableton Live Course: Sanjeev Bhardwaj (Sanj - Technical Manager f a b r i c )
"Absolutely wikked Ableton Live course, it was fun and interesting at the same time. Surroundings and tutor were great. A big shout for Alchemea. See you again soon."
Feedback for Ableton Live Course: DJ PATHAAN)
"Alchemea's Ableton Live has allowed me to get my head around the new possibilities of more than just Djing. Reasonably easy to understand and friendly atmosphere!!"
www.pathaan.com
Feedback for Introduction to Music Technology & Logic 101: Rob Hayes
"Hi Tony - Just to say thought the courses were brilliant and Marco was very helpful, he was probably sick of all my questions but hid it well. Thank you for all your help!"
Feedback for Introduction to Music Technology: Keith Simmonds
"This is just a quick email to say a huge thank you for the excellent Music Tech Crash Course that I attended on Sat 11 Oct led by the tutor named Jonathan. In my opinion, the course did exactly what it said on the tin (as they say!). The course has inspired me to take my sound recording further and in time take some more training. What was really refreshing too, was that diversity of students, from a wide variety of backgrounds, but all coming together to share a passion for furthering their knowledge of music and sound production. This created an informal but creative atmosphere for learning."
More to follow...