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Timo Preece is an Assistant Professor at Berklee College of Music in the Electronic Production and Design (EPD) department, where he teaches courses in electronic music production and sound design. He also holds a Master's in Sound Design from the University of Edinburgh and a BA in Ethnomusicology from UCLA. His research and teaching focus on audio synthesis, real-time performance technologies, and the integration of brainwave entrainment with music. Preece's industry contributions include pioneering work with Ableton Live and Pro Tools, as well as collaborations with artists like Ariana Grande and Charli XCX. He has also developed educational platforms such as Splice SKILLS and created sound design courses for Ask.Video and MacProVideo.
Educational Background
- BA in Ethnomusicology, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)
- MSc in Sound Design, University of Edinburgh
Research Interests
His work bridges audio technology with neuroscience and physics, focusing on brainwave stimulation and therapeutic sound. He explores real-time electronic performance strategies, field recording techniques, and the creation of immersive soundscapes through advanced synthesis and digital audio workstation (DAW) workflows.
Scientific Awards
- One of the first Ableton Live Certified Trainers
- AVID ProTools Expert
Advising and Grants
Preece has mentored students and professionals in audio production at institutions including Ex'pression College and Foothill College. He developed curriculum for Pyramind Music Production School and served as Curriculum Director for Splice SKILLS.
Labs and Teams
He operates through his company GravityTerminal LLC and collaborates with Planetary Cymatic Resonance, a project with Steffen Günther that integrates cosmic frequencies, neuroscience, and physics into experimental music.
