Duncan Silvey

Duncan Silvey is a Lecturer in Commercial Music at the Bath School of Music and Performing Arts, Bath Spa University. With over two decades of experience in music, film, and games communities, he combines creative practice with industry expertise, teaching courses such as Introduction to the Music Business, Brand Identity Promotion, and MA-level Music Business Analysis.

• Professional Background: Former member of DIY touring bands, founder of a music consultancy serving education institutions and private clients, and co-director of the HumanKiND Festival community initiatives.
• Education: MMUs in Creative Practice (Goldsmiths University of London), BA Hons in Commercial Music (Bath Spa University).
• External Roles: Co-Director of HumanKiND Festival, organizing community events like BS3 Daddin' playgroup and BS3 Jammin' harvest festival.
• Memberships: PRS for Music, Phonographic Performance Limited, Musicians Union, CCCI Affiliate.

His work explores intersections of music, business sustainability, and community-building practices, informed by his career as a musician, producer, and industry consultant.