Lorenzo Bonoldi
School of Science, Engineering & Environment
Biography
I hold a Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Product Design, a Master’s degree in Popular Music Practice and a postgraduate Diploma in Acoustics and Noise control. My professional career has been marked by diverse roles, including CAD designer and CAD/CAM CNC programmer. In the last twenty years, I was involved in various roles, from designing music equipment for classical orchestras to state-of-the-art music studios. As an acoustic engineer and a member of the Institute of Acoustics, my projects include the RNCM modular theatre, the Marshall Amplification control room, the RCM rehearsal rooms, and the SARM Studios recording rooms.
My PhD research, under the supervision of Prof Trevor Cox and Dr Adam Hart, originated from my passion for music and a commitment to improving the lives of those affected by hearing impairments, is centered on the critical issue of hearing loss among music producers, a challenge faced by many in the industry. My work aims to develop innovative solutions, ensuring that audio engineers can continue to create and enjoy music despite the obstacles presented by their hearing health.
When I’m not immersed in my work, I enjoy playing the guitar and bass and composing cross genre music. Recently, I spent a year in Kenya. This experience reconnected me to the cultural importance of music and performance in communities across the world, a fact often ignored in the digital media platform age.
Areas of Research
Audio mixing, Music, Hearing loss, Audio engineering, Auditory perception.
The Brilliant Club member
Qualifications
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MA in Modern Music Practice BIMM (Merit)
2022 - 2023 -
Postgrad Dipl. in Acoustics and Noise Control (Merit)
2016 - 2017 -
BA (Hons) in Art & Design with Business SIOA&D (1.2)
1997 - 2001