Our Work With Young People
At Starcity Studios, we believe the next generation of creatives deserve opportunities, guidance, and real industry access. Our work with young people is built around three core values: skills development, industry exposure, and creative confidence.
Hands-On Training & Workshops
We provide practical, project-based sessions that introduce young people to the realities of music production, engineering, and creative storytelling. From recording techniques and vocal production to mixing, arrangement, and workflow, our workshops are designed to develop both technical skill and artistic expression.
Industry-Standard Learning Environment
Young people get to learn inside a fully equipped, working studio, giving them access to professional tools, processes, and expectations. This environment helps bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world creative careers.
Mentorship & Pathway Support
Our team brings experience from the music industry, studio management, production, and artist development. We offer guidance that goes beyond the technical, including:
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How to build professional habits
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Working with artists and collaborators
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Understanding industry roles
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Preparing for higher education or early-career opportunities
Partnerships With Schools & Creative Organisations
Starcity collaborates with schools, colleges, community groups, and youth-focused organisations to deliver tailored programmes. These can include:
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Studio training days
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Engineer development courses
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Singer-songwriter and production workshops
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Writing camps and creative development sessions
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Bespoke programmes built around curriculum or project needs
Creating Space for Young Voices
Most importantly, we prioritise creating a safe, inspiring space where young people can express themselves, gain confidence, and explore their creative identity. Our goal is to support them not only as future professionals, but as individuals discovering their potential.
Donate
Support a Young Artist – Sponsor Studio Time at Starcity
At Starcity Studios, we believe every young person deserves a real chance to grow, create, and thrive through music. Many young people across South London have the talent, passion, and drive — but not the financial means or access to professional creative spaces.
Your donation directly supports a young person to access the studio for recording, production, mentoring, and personal development, helping them take meaningful steps in their creative journey.
How Young People Benefit
Your donation gives a young person more than studio time — it opens doors to development, opportunity, and emotional support.
Creative & Technical Skills
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Music production
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Songwriting
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Recording and studio workflow
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File and session management
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Introduction to mixing and arrangement
Personal Growth & Wellbeing
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Confidence building
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Social development
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Pastoral care and positive role-modelling
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Emotional expression through creativity
Professional Development
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Mentorship from industry professionals
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Understanding of real studio environments
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Guidance on next steps in music or further training
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Opportunities for ongoing work placements or project involvement
We don’t send young people away once their session ends — we aim to build long-term support and pathways into creative opportunities.
Who You’re Supporting
The young people who benefit come from:
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Local boroughs across South London
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Community groups and youth services
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Schools and colleges
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Referral partners
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Families facing financial challenges
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Young creatives who otherwise wouldn’t have access to a professional space
Many are talented but lack the resources, networks, or confidence to take their next step. Your donation changes that.