**Bio** Leigh Collins is a guitarist and composer based on the Mornington Peninsula outside of Melbourne, Australia. His music is characterised by his thoughtful approach to melody and harmony, portrayed through a refined touch on the instrument that reflects his love of classic electric guitar tones. Leigh’s dedication to the instrument has seen him achieve a Masters of Music from The University of Melbourne. In 2018, Leigh had the opportunity to perform at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival as a member of contemporary jazz ensemble “Prickly Pear”. In September 2019, Leigh released his debut album, “Here’s Why”, recorded live at Sing Sing East alongside Lawson Kennard (bass) and Daniel McKoy (drums). The album consists of original instrumental compositions drawing inspiration from jazz harmony and folk melodies, underpinned by blues articulations and phrasing. Leigh currently works for online music education website 'Pickup Music', as a music transcriptionist and study designer. **Music Services** Composing and recording Soundtracks Ambient Soundtracks Session Guitar Transcribing Arranging Performing…

Leigh Collins

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**Bio** Leigh Collins is a guitarist and composer based on the Mornington Peninsula outside of Melbourne, Australia. His music is characterised by his thoughtful approach to melody and harmony, portrayed through a refined touch on the instrument that reflects his love of classic electric guitar tones. Leigh’s dedication to the instrument has seen him achieve a Masters of Music from The University of Melbourne. In 2018, Leigh had the opportunity to perform at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival as a member of contemporary jazz ensemble “Prickly Pear”. In September 2019, Leigh released his debut album, “Here’s Why”, recorded live at Sing Sing East alongside Lawson Kennard (bass) and Daniel McKoy (drums). The album consists of original instrumental compositions drawing inspiration from jazz harmony and folk melodies, underpinned by blues articulations and phrasing. Leigh currently works for online music education website 'Pickup Music', as a music transcriptionist and study designer. **Music Services** Composing and recording Soundtracks Ambient Soundtracks Session Guitar Transcribing Arranging Performing…

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Bio
Leigh Collins is a guitarist and composer based on the Mornington Peninsula outside of Melbourne, Australia. His music is characterised by his thoughtful approach to melody and harmony, portrayed through a refined touch on the instrument that reflects his love of classic electric guitar tones. Leigh’s dedication to the instrument has seen him achieve a Masters of Music from The University of Melbourne. In 2018, Leigh had the opportunity to perform at the Melbourne International Jazz Festival as a member of contemporary jazz ensemble “Prickly Pear”.

In September 2019, Leigh released his debut album, “Here’s Why”, recorded live at Sing Sing East alongside Lawson Kennard (bass) and Daniel McKoy (drums). The album consists of original instrumental compositions drawing inspiration from jazz harmony and folk melodies, underpinned by blues articulations and phrasing.

Leigh currently works for online music education website ‘Pickup Music’, as a music transcriptionist and study designer.

Music Services
Composing and recording
Soundtracks
Ambient Soundtracks
Session Guitar
Transcribing
Arranging
Performing

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Skills

Experience Level

finale
Expert
Sibelius
Expert
DaVinci Resolve Studio
Intermediate
Logic Pro
Intermediate

Language

Education

Master of Music (Performance Teaching) at University of Melbourne
July 26, 2018
Master of Teaching (Secondary) at Australian Catholic University
October 2, 2019
Bachelor of Applied Music (Performance) at Box Hill Institute
December 2, 2016

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education
    uniE603 Devilish - Podcast Intro Music
    This is a piece of music that I wrote, produced and recorded for a soon to be released horror podcast. The project was carried out through twine. The client's brief was rockabilly/psychobilly/ska/The Cramps. music podcastmusic podcastintro composer soundtrack instrumental…
    uniE608 Shrek Theme - Solo Guitar Arrangement
    This is my arrangement of "Fairytale" by Thomas Newman from Shrek. guitar musician performer…
    uniE608 Original Solo Acoustic Piece
    A short demo of an original solo acoustic guitar piece guitar music composer…
    uniE608 Leigh Collins - Sketches
    Original composition from debut album "Here's Why" - available on all streaming services. Leigh Collins - Guitar Lawson Kennard - Bass Daniel McKoy - Drums Recorded live at Sing Sing East Engineered by Hamish McKoy and Tyrone Zollo Mixed and Mastered by Niko Schauble at Pughouse Studios Filmed and edited by Lachlan Scallion Second Camera - Jason Fados (You Beaut Media) music musiccomposer guitarist…
    uniE608 Leigh Collins - Here's Why
    Original title track from debut album - available on all streaming services. Leigh Collins - Guitar Lawson Kennard - Bass Daniel McKoy - Drums Recorded live at Sing Sing East Engineered by Hamish McKoy and Tyrone Zollo Mixed and Mastered by Niko Schauble at Pughouse Studios Filmed and edited by Lachlan Scallion Second Camera - Jason Fados (You Beaut Media) music musiccomposer guitarist…
    uniE603 Leigh Collins - Trails
    From debut album "Here's Why" music instrumental…