Highlighting Trailblazing Women: Honoring Ex-Students Shining in the Realm of Music
🎶ā¨ Let's shine a spotlight on some fantastic female alumni from our Music School who've turned heads in the music world! ā¨đź’» As we celebrate International Women's Day, let's acknowledge their achievements and breakthroughs across production, DJing, songwriting, and more!
Kylie Parham (Kyliente)
DJ/Music Production Course (London)Connect: Instagram / TikTok / Soundcloud / Website
American tech house and peak-time techno sensation Kylie Parham, known as Kyliente, has been dominating the dance music scene for over a decade. After studying at our London school in 2023, she's rocked international stages at prestigious venues and major festivals like Groove Cruise Miami, Ultra Europe, and Area15. Kylie's unique style combines hard-hitting techno basslines with the danceable vocals and groove of house. In April 2024, she launched her captivating monthly mix series, "Empyria," and celebrated its tenth edition with a live show in Brooklyn. Kylie also co-owns the successful dance music outlet Exron, an impressive 90% women-led media organization reaching over 3.5 million listeners per month.
Florentia Stassi (FLORENTIA)
Music Production & Sound Engineering Degree (3 Years) / Complete DJ Course / Intro to Logic ProConnect: Instagram / YouTube / Soundcloud / Spotify / Website
Florentia Stassi, aka FLORENTIA, accelerated her success at our school Music School in 2017. She started with our Intro to Logic Pro course, then jumped into a three-year Music Production & Sound Engineering Degree and the DJ Complete course. After graduating, she seized an internship at Defected Records, where she curated the 24/7 Defected Radio channel. FLORENTIA impressed the elrow team and earned their Up & Coming Competition in 2021, landing her as elrow's resident DJ from 2021-2023 and later joining the NGE Booking Agency roster alongside big-name artists like Jamie Jones, Alan Fitzpatrick, and Paco Osuna. Her performances graced significant events and venues including Jamie Jones' Paradise London at Drumsheds, Hi Ibiza for Eric Prydz Presents: CELL, Ushuaiā́ for ANTS, Amnesia Ibiza, Eastern Electrics Festival, The Warehouse Project for BBC Radio 1 & elrow, and Sziget Festival. FLORENTIA's reputation continues to grow as an up-and-coming force in electronic music.
Sophia Hadef
Music Production and Sound Engineering DiplomaConnect: Instagram / Spotify Podcast
Sophia's experience at our Music School served as a game-changer, reshaping her perspective on music and its impact. Though she didn't pursue a music career, the business-focused aspects of her course delivered invaluable insights for her transition into tech and eventually procurement. Her success culminated in hosting The Cure radio show and winning the Radio DJ Award at the Smedia Awards – crediting her time at our Music School as a crucial factor in her achievement.
Tailor Jae
Music Production & DJ Diploma courseConnect: Instagram / Soundcloud / YouTube / RA
Tailor Jae shot to fame in 2019 when she won our scholarship program, in partnership with RA, and embarked on a Music Production & DJ Diploma course. Since studying with us, she's become a key player in the electronic music scene, showcasing her technical prowess with guest sets for HOR and Boiler Room, and earning spots on BBC Radio 1Xtra. In a significant milestone, Tailor released her debut solo track, which gained support from BBC 6 Music's Mary Anne Hobbs as the "New Music Future Track of the Day." Tailor now holds a coveted residency at Rinse FM, further cementing her role as an emerging force in the industry.
Halina Rice
Music Production & Sound Engineering DegreeConnect: Instagram / YouTube / Spotify / Website / X
Graduating from our school, Halina Rice has carved out a unique niche in the electronic music landscape, releasing successful tracks and culminating in her album REDUX, a testament to her artistic vision and technical expertise. Halina's work demonstrates how the foundations built at our school can evolve into a fully realized musical identity, empowering artists to carve out their place in the competitive electronic music scene.
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Happy International Women's Day, and here's to the amazing women who've shattered barriers and made a difference in the music world! 💪🎶
- Kylie Parham, noted for her tech house and techno music, showcased her skills at prestigious venues and festivals after studying Music Production at the Music School in London.
- Florentia Stassi, aka FLORENTIA, elevated her career in electronic music by attending the Music Production & Sound Engineering Degree, DJ Complete course, and Intro to Logic Pro at the Music School. She has performed at major events and venues worldwide.
- Sophia Hadef's experience at the Music School laid the foundation for her future success, even though she transitioned into tech and later procured a Radio DJ Award at the Smedia Awards.
- Tailor Jae's victory in the scholarship program and Music Production & DJ Diploma course at the Music School catapulted her into the electronic music scene, landing her guest sets, BBC Radio spots, and a residency at Rinse FM.
- Halina Rice, a graduate of the Music Production & Sound Engineering Degree, has achieved success in the electronic music industry with her album "REDUX" and her unique artistic vision. These women, along with many others, demonstrate the impact of the Music School on the world of pop-culture and electronic music.
The Music School, boasting industry-expert lecturers and a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), offers degrees in London and online to help aspiring musicians achieve their dreams. Register for free resources and tutorials to embark on your own music journey. Happy International Women's Day, acknowledging the powerful contributions of these female alumni and others in the music world. 💪🎶
