Neil Costello

Discover the art of classic recording techniques with acclaimed engineer Neil Costello, whose credits include work with Andy Fairweather Low, Keith Emerson/Cozy Powell, The James Taylor Quartet, Bryn Haworth, Ben Castle, Katie Melua, Thorntree and Henry Spinetti.

With extensive experience recording across a wide range of genres — from Rock and Pop to Jazz, Big Band and full Classical Orchestras — and working at world-renowned venues such as Abbey Road Studios and the Royal Albert Hall, Neil brings the expertise needed to deliver outstanding results.

These teaching sessions provide a unique opportunity to explore traditional recording methods, including microphone techniques, analogue recording approaches, compression, equalisation, mixing and mastering, as well as integrating analogue recording with modern digital technology.

Learn the craft of engineering from an experienced professional, gain practical insight into proven techniques, and develop the skills that bring recordings to life.

Neil is also resident engineer at Ollie’s Music Room for all your recording needs. no project too small.

Recording Credits:

Keith Emerson/Cozy Powell • The James Taylor Quartet • ROAM • Ben Castle • Katie Melua • Andy Fairweather Low • Martin Smith • Henry Spinetti • Bryn Haworth • Graham Kendrick • Thorntree, Gloria Gaynor.