Ash Barkho
Percussionist | Audio Engineer | Music Educator
Live sound, studio production, and performance — delivered with real-world experience.
Ash Barkho is a Sydney-based music professional working across live sound, studio production, and performance.
Operating at the intersection of musicianship and technical precision, Ash brings a practical, real-world approach to every project — whether performing alongside DJs at weddings and events, mixing front-of-house for live bands, or producing in the studio. His work is defined by a strong sense of rhythm, clarity, and musical balance, ensuring every performance not only sounds exceptional, but feels it.
With over a decade of experience across both live and studio environments, Ash has built a reputation for delivering reliable, high-quality results under pressure. His technical expertise spans professional audio systems, digital mixing platforms, wireless monitoring, and multitrack recording — all supported by a deep understanding of performance flow and stage dynamics.
Alongside his industry work, Ash is a qualified secondary music teacher and the founder of Barkho Production Services, delivering structured education programs and tailored audio solutions across schools, events, and recordings.
Whether behind the console or on stage, his focus remains the same:
to create sound that connects, supports, and elevates every moment.
Ash’s Skillsets
LIVE SOUND
Front-Of-House & Monitoring mixing and live audio support for bands, events, and venues
STUDIO PRODUCTION
Recording, mixing, and post-production for artists and projects
PERFORMANCE
Live percussion/drumming for events, shows, and weddings
EDUCATION
Structured music programs, audio workshops and more
Live Sound Engineering
Professional front-of-house mixing and live audio support for events, bands, and venues.
Ash delivers live sound with a focus on clarity, consistency, and musical balance, ensuring both the audience and performers experience the best possible result.
Working across a range of systems and environments, he brings a structured, detail-oriented approach to every show — from setup through to execution.
Services include:
• Front-of-House Mixing
Clean, controlled mixes that translate across the room, maintaining clarity, punch, and balance across all sources.
• System Optimisation
Practical system setup and tuning to suit the space, ensuring even coverage and reliable performance throughout the venue.
• Monitoring & Stage Workflow
Efficient monitor mixes and stage coordination, giving performers confidence and control during live performance.
• Event Delivery
Professional handling of live audio from load-in to pack-down, with a focus on reliability, timing, and seamless execution.
Ash understands the demands of live environments — tight schedules, changing conditions, and high expectations — and operates with the consistency required to deliver under pressure.
Reliable, consistent sound — delivered when it matters most.
Studio Production and Mixing
Recording, mixing, and post-production services for artists, musicians, and projects.
Ash approaches studio work with a focus on clarity, balance, and translation, ensuring recordings sound consistent across all listening environments — from studio monitors to everyday playback systems.
Working within a treated studio environment and professional signal chain, he combines technical precision with musical understanding to capture and refine performances at a high standard.
Services include:
• Recording & Tracking
Clean, well-controlled recordings with attention to mic placement, gain staging, and performance capture.
• Mixing
Balanced, detailed mixes that maintain clarity and impact across all elements, with a focus on depth, space, and cohesion.
• Editing & Post-Production
Tightening performances, comping takes, and preparing recordings for final delivery.
• Session Support
Guidance during sessions to ensure efficient workflow and strong performance outcomes.
Ash’s workflow is built around capturing strong source material and making deliberate, musical decisions at every stage of the process.
The goal is simple:
to deliver recordings that feel natural, translate well, and stand up in a professional context.
Live Performance
Professional drumming and percussion for weddings, events, and live shows.
Ash performs across both live band settings and DJ-integrated environments, bringing a strong sense of timing, feel, and musical awareness to every performance.
Whether behind a full drum kit or performing as a roaming percussionist, his role is to support the music, elevate the energy, and enhance the overall experience.
Performance includes:
• Live Drumming (Bands & Shows)
Solid, musical drum performance supporting live acts across a range of styles, with a focus on groove, dynamics, and consistency.
• Percussion for Events & Weddings
High-energy percussion layered over DJ sets, adding movement, texture, and excitement to the dancefloor.
• Roaming Performance
Wireless percussion setups allowing movement through the crowd, creating direct engagement and interaction.
• Musical Versatility
Comfortable across a wide range of styles including:
Pop, EDM, Afro-house, Arabic & Middle Eastern, Latin, and contemporary live music.
Ash’s approach is built around locking into the groove, reading the room, and delivering the right feel for each moment — whether that’s supporting a band or driving the energy on the dancefloor.
Strong feel. Real energy. Performance that connects.
Music Education and Audio Training
Structured music programs and practical audio training delivered across schools and live event environments.
Alongside his work in live performance and audio engineering, Ash delivers education programs that bridge the gap between musical understanding and real-world application.
Sessions are designed to be hands-on, engaging, and aligned with both curriculum outcomes and industry practice, giving students practical skills they can apply beyond the classroom.
Programs include:
• Music Education (K–6)
Curriculum-aligned programs focused on performing, listening, and composing, using percussion as an accessible entry point into rhythm and ensemble playing.
• Cultural Music Programs
Introduction to world percussion, including African and Middle Eastern traditions, exploring music as a cultural and social practice.
• Audio Workshops & Training
Practical sessions covering the fundamentals of live sound and audio systems, including:
Signal flow
Basic mixing concepts
Microphones and setup
Live event workflow
• Live Event Education
Insight into how real events operate, exposing students to the technical and operational side of live production.
Programs can be delivered as:
School incursions
Short-term workshops
Ongoing structured programs
Each session is built around practical learning, clear structure, and real-world relevance, ensuring participants gain both understanding and confidence.
Ash’s combined experience across live sound, studio production, performance, and education allows him to deliver training that is both engaging and technically grounded, preparing students for further involvement in music and audio.
Practical skills. Real-world insight. Meaningful learning.
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