A unique set of do's and don'ts for music rehearsal spaces packed with experience and knowledge. Collated from years of research the guides steer those already running a space or thinking of running a space through the minefield of challenges and issues.
Roger Tichborne recalls the beginning of Mill Hill Music Complex in London in 1979. From his early days rehearsing in a derelict cottage to now running a complex of rehearsal studios, Roger reasons why bands should use a professional rehearsal space.
Guest writer Jimmy Mulvihill at Bally Studios reveals how a space can improve its service by making small changes. Spare snares, spreadsheets and sanitizing before hitting the vacuum cleaner are just for starters. From small acorns do great oaks grow.
A rehearsal space has a high throughput of musicians and needs to be used safely and efficiently. From a hobby project Green Room Studios spiralled to a fully-fledged business. Gavin Hyatt ponders setting up a 6-room music facility.
