UPCOMING WORKSHOPS
Copyright and Royalties
Instructor: Michalis Karakatsanis
Duration: 3 Hours
Format: Masterclass - Interactive - Q&A
Date and Time:
Saturday, December 13h, 10:30 – 13:30
Location:
Studio eleven63
Cost of Participation:
€45
Unlock the essentials of music copyright, royalties, and rights management in an interactive workshop led by Michalis Karakatsanis, Cyprus’s leading expert in music policy, rights, and export. With extensive experience advising the Cyprus government, administering the Cyprus Music Information Centre, and delivering workhops and masterclasses across Europe, Karakatsanis will guide participants through the fundamentals and real-world strategies every artist needs to protect and monetise their music.
This session will demystify the complex world of intellectual property, focusing on practical issues relevant to songwriters, producers, and performing musicians. Topics include copyright basics, how to ensure proper registration for your works, understanding local and international royalty collection, and how to maximise your revenue streams through various rights organisations and licensing platforms.
Participants will also benefit from Q&A time, industry insights, and actionable resources tailored to creators working in Cyprus and the European Union.
Whether you are looking to register your first song or improve your current royalty income, this small-group workshop provides direct access to an experienced professional who is actively shaping music policy and artist support at the national and EU level.
Workshop Highlights:
• Led by Michalis Karakatsanis, music rights and royalties specialist.
• Step-by-step overview of copyright, registration, and royalty collection.
• Insights on European and Cypriot rights management systems.
• Q&A and practical guidance for your career.
All creators welcome; no prior legal experience required.
Only 10 participants - price includes light snacks and coffee
Refundable cancellations will not be accepted beyond December 3rd 2025.
Instructor: Michalis Karakatsanis
Duration: 3 Hours
Format: Masterclass - Interactive - Q&A
Date and Time:
Saturday, December 13h, 10:30 – 13:30
Location:
Studio eleven63
Cost of Participation:
€45
Unlock the essentials of music copyright, royalties, and rights management in an interactive workshop led by Michalis Karakatsanis, Cyprus’s leading expert in music policy, rights, and export. With extensive experience advising the Cyprus government, administering the Cyprus Music Information Centre, and delivering workhops and masterclasses across Europe, Karakatsanis will guide participants through the fundamentals and real-world strategies every artist needs to protect and monetise their music.
This session will demystify the complex world of intellectual property, focusing on practical issues relevant to songwriters, producers, and performing musicians. Topics include copyright basics, how to ensure proper registration for your works, understanding local and international royalty collection, and how to maximise your revenue streams through various rights organisations and licensing platforms.
Participants will also benefit from Q&A time, industry insights, and actionable resources tailored to creators working in Cyprus and the European Union.
Whether you are looking to register your first song or improve your current royalty income, this small-group workshop provides direct access to an experienced professional who is actively shaping music policy and artist support at the national and EU level.
Workshop Highlights:
• Led by Michalis Karakatsanis, music rights and royalties specialist.
• Step-by-step overview of copyright, registration, and royalty collection.
• Insights on European and Cypriot rights management systems.
• Q&A and practical guidance for your career.
All creators welcome; no prior legal experience required.
Only 10 participants - price includes light snacks and coffee
Refundable cancellations will not be accepted beyond December 3rd 2025.
Songwriting and Production Workshop
Instructors:
Marios Takoushis & Andreas Trachonitis
Date and Time:
Saturday - December 20th - 09:30
Duration:
8 Hours
Format:
Interactive, Hands-On
Location:
Studio eleven63
Cost of Participation:
€150
Join an exclusive, intensive workshop led by film composer and music producer Marios Takoushis (Netflix’s “Lovers Anonymous,” “Love 101,” EA Games’ “Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit”)
and Producer/Engineer Andreas Trachonitis (Fengaros Festival, Studio eleven63). Designed for just 10 participants, this hands-on 8-hour workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn from two leading figures in contemporary music and audio production.
Throughout the day, participants will collaborate in small groups under the direct guidance of the instructors. The agenda covers every stage of songwriting from lyric writing and melodic/harmonic development, to arrangement, recording, and production.
The morning session focuses on creativity and co-writing, song structure, harmonic and melodic exploration. In the afternoon, the instructors will share practical insights into recording and production technology and recording techniques, followed by demo production and peer feedback. Participants will finish the day with new music, fresh skills, and valuable industry connections.
Workshop Highlights:
•
Small-group format (max 10 participants divided to 3 or 4 teams) for personal attention
and in-depth learning.
•
Led by Marios Takoushis, recognized film composer and producer, and Andreas Trachonitis, Fengaros Festival founder producer and engineer.
•
Full-cycle creation: songwriting, arranging, recording, and production.
•
Networking and feedback opportunities.
All levels welcome; no previous studio experience required.
Only 10 participants - price includes snacks and coffee
Refundable cancellations will not be accepted beyond December 10th 2025.
Instructors:
Marios Takoushis & Andreas Trachonitis
Date and Time:
Saturday - December 20th - 09:30
Duration:
8 Hours
Format:
Interactive, Hands-On
Location:
Studio eleven63
Cost of Participation:
€150
Join an exclusive, intensive workshop led by film composer and music producer Marios Takoushis (Netflix’s “Lovers Anonymous,” “Love 101,” EA Games’ “Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit”)
and Producer/Engineer Andreas Trachonitis (Fengaros Festival, Studio eleven63). Designed for just 10 participants, this hands-on 8-hour workshop offers a unique opportunity to learn from two leading figures in contemporary music and audio production.
Throughout the day, participants will collaborate in small groups under the direct guidance of the instructors. The agenda covers every stage of songwriting from lyric writing and melodic/harmonic development, to arrangement, recording, and production.
The morning session focuses on creativity and co-writing, song structure, harmonic and melodic exploration. In the afternoon, the instructors will share practical insights into recording and production technology and recording techniques, followed by demo production and peer feedback. Participants will finish the day with new music, fresh skills, and valuable industry connections.
Workshop Highlights:
•
Small-group format (max 10 participants divided to 3 or 4 teams) for personal attention
and in-depth learning.
• Led by Marios Takoushis, recognized film composer and producer, and Andreas Trachonitis, Fengaros Festival founder producer and engineer.
•
Full-cycle creation: songwriting, arranging, recording, and production.
•
Networking and feedback opportunities.
All levels welcome; no previous studio experience required.
Only 10 participants - price includes snacks and coffee
Refundable cancellations will not be accepted beyond December 10th 2025.