Simon Lyon
About Simon Lyon
Simon Lyon is a Brand Manager for UK and Ireland at Ableton, where he has worked since 2021. With a background in music production and pedagogy, he collaborates with artists and educators to enhance music projects and live performances.
Work at Ableton
Simon Lyon has held multiple roles at Ableton since 2015. He currently serves as Brand Manager for the UK and Ireland, a position he has held since 2021. Prior to this, he worked as an Education Specialist for the UK and Ireland for eight years, starting in 2016. His earlier role at Ableton was as a Product and Training Specialist from 2016 to 2021. In these positions, he has focused on integrating technology into live performances and providing guidance to music educators on the effective use of music equipment.
Education and Expertise
Simon Lyon studied Music Production at The University of Salford from 1994 to 1997, earning a degree in Popular Music and Recording. He furthered his education at The Manchester Metropolitan University, where he completed a P.G.C.E. in Music from 1999 to 2000. His expertise spans modern electronic dance music genres, including Dubstep, Drum and Bass, and Electro House, as well as Indie and Rock styles. He has been a Live user since 2004.
Background
Based in Manchester, United Kingdom, Simon Lyon has a diverse background in music production and education. He has collaborated with various artists, including Marshall Jefferson, Bipolar Sunshine, and Benga, in his Manchester project studio. He has also worked with Julie Gordon from Happy Mondays and collaborated with MC Tonn Piper. His experience includes enhancing live shows for bands and artists using Ableton Live 11 and Push.
Collaborations and Projects
Simon Lyon welcomes collaborations with vocalists, MCs, and bands to create innovative music projects. His work includes remixing, producing, and co-writing with members of Inspiral Carpets. He focuses on integrating technology into live performances, assisting artists in enhancing their shows with modern music production tools.