TOLGA KASHIF Creative Director

A world-renowned composer/producer/conductor described as the most diversely talented of his generation. Tolga has sold over one million albums worldwide through his work as composer/producer with high-profile artists such as Lesley Garrett, Vanessa Mae, Nigel Kennedy, and Queen. His critically acclaimed successes have been widespread, ranging from the BBC Children in Need 'Perfect Day' single to the innovative classical composition inspired by the catalogue of Queen. Brian May describes Kashif's 'Queen Symphony' as 'the work of someone with a unique view and a new dream'. That particular release, which premiered at the Royal Festival Hall with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, sold several hundred thousand copies and toured a series of international territories including two sold-out nights at the Sydney Opera House. It was attended by Brian May, Roger Taylor and Freddie Mercury's family, and showed the huge cross-audience potential for albums of this nature. This success triggered a similar collaboration with high-profile Korean artist Seo Tai-Ji. In 2008 Kashif premiered the 'Seo Tai-Ji Symphony' to an audience of 30,000 fans at the World Cup Stadium in Seoul. His work in sound-to-picture over the last 15 years has also resulted in a list of achievements and music placements in mainstream television such as "Where the Heart is" and BAFTA nominated film productions such as "The First Snow of Winter" and "The Criminal" - staring Eddie Izzard.

This diverse range of success has allowed Tolga to develop a deep understanding of the music business both as an artist and a businessman. Today more than ever this extensive level of industry knowledge is essential in order to remain successful in a sector which is changing so dramatically due to the technological advances that have impacted upon it. Tolga's insight into the importance of technology to the future of the music business is pivotal to the success of Lightsong. It enables the company to achieve a head-start over other similar music companies who have not yet fully accepted the changes that lie ahead.

tolga@lightsongmusic.com
www.tolgakashif.com

JULIA JONES Marketing and Operations

An MBA graduate with a track-record of success in several sectors and a passion for music. After gaining an MBA specialising in finance, strategy and marketing, Julia worked within the Commercial Real Estate arm of the Hypovereinsbank Group assessing risk on deals in excess of £10M. In 2002 she followed her lifelong passion for music by setting up her own music business consultancy. By 2005 Julia had successfully developed marketing events promoting UK music in the USA involving high-profile brand names such as Virgin, Boddingtons, BBC America and record labels such as EMI, Atlantic, and Universal. Her work within the sector gained the recognition of the UK government and music associations and led to a depth of industry knowledge and a network of contacts across marketing, distribution, and touring. Julia is a guest lecturer in music industry management at New York University and USC in Los Angeles and holds the title 'Entrepreneur in Residence' at Canterbury Christ Church University. She is also currently studying part-time for a PhD degree at Westminster University's world renowned media and mass communications department researching music marketing strategies targeted at the over-50 age group.

julia@lightsongmusic.com

ROSS TONES Head of Digital and Licensing

An astrophysicist and technologist with extensive experience in creative music technology. Ross' experience in the web and technology comes from a wide variety of sources. He was formerly responsible for the development and implementation of the digital marketing strategy for De Wolfe Music (the world's oldest music library). Ross has also developed a digital label using innovative web techniques including the 'one-to-many' tool, has advised labels and non for profit organisations on the benefits of social networking and web 2.0, and has been responsible for the future technology strategy for Lightsong Media Group.

ross@lightsongmusic.com

HANNAH JONES Administrator and PA

A recent graduate from the University of Liverpool. Hannah has a degree in Popular Music and English and spent a year being the manager of the University’s Big Band, a group that consisted of over thirty members playing jazz and funk throughout Liverpool. She has a background in administration and has shadowed various roles including event management at the University of Liverpool and arts administration at the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Hall. Hannah has returned to West Yorkshire and enjoys supporting the local music scene.

hannah@lightsongmusic.com