The London Symphony Orchestra has announced a new chapter for LSO St Luke’s.
Following a major investment, this Grade I-listed venue in Old Street is now home to a new digital suite and enhanced recording facilities, expanding what’s possible inside one of London’s most distinctive creative spaces.
Designed to help LSO St Luke’s continue to meet the needs of creators now and into the future, the development brings together world-class heritage and cutting-edge technology to facilitate orchestral recording and artist sessions to podcasts, live streams, filmed performances and commercial projects.
Sarah Quinn, chair of London Symphony Orchestra, said: “The launch of our new Audio Control Room and expanded recording facilities marks an exciting new chapter for LSO St Luke’s.
“This investment strengthens our ability to support world-class artists and creative teams, while opening up exciting new possibilities for how music, film and broadcast projects are made within this historic space. We are delighted to be building on the legacy of LSO St Luke’s and ensuring it continues to inspire creativity for generations to come.”
Becky Lees, director of LSO Live, added: “These new facilities allow us to open up the space in a new way, welcoming a broader range of creatives alongside our orchestral, community and education work. We are excited to support artists, producers, filmmakers and audio professionals of all kinds in accessing everything the venue now has to offer, from recording and production through to broadcast and digital content creation.”
Originally built in 1733 as St Luke’s Church, the venue was transformed into a music education, performance and recording venue for the London Symphony Orchestra in 2003. Today, it provides a unique backdrop for a wide range of creative activity from orchestral recording and public events through to contemporary gigs, artist projects, commercial audio work and podcast filming.
Find out more at the London Symphony Orchestra website.
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