Robin Smith

Robin creates content for the Centre, engaging our stakeholders and audiences by presenting our work in accessible and digestible formats. He also co-ordinates our events and workshop series and produces our podcast series, Reflecting Value.
Robin has previously worked in the music industry as a writer, events organiser, radio host and curator. He delivered editorial direction in his roles at Huddersfield Contemporary Music Festival and Norman Records, and as a freelancer he has produced feature content for a number of composers and ensembles. He has promoted concerts in Leeds and Bradford, and also co-runs a record label dedicated to amplifying experimental music.
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