I am a topliner and producer with 8+ years of experience in guitar playing, vocals and songwriting. I am a performer, composer and arranger, and have a Bachelor's degree in Songwriting. I will record the topline and vocal arrangements (+ BVs) to your song, and score a composition / production for commercial purposes and moving visuals.
I can write a catchy hook that stays with the listener for days. I can write melancholic lyrics that fit a gloomy day, or a danceable night out. I can deliver finished instrumentals and vocals. I can also compose for moving image with finished vocals / or instrumentals.
I will offer a large range of sounds shaped to what you require.
Despite my songwriting and production studies at University of Sussex (BA Hons), I studied guitar (both electric and acoustic) for 10+ years. I have also written music for short films, and arranged my work for smaller ensembles. Genres I work in are: pop and subgenres of pop (electronica, dream pop, alt pop,), cinematic, and world music.
Would love to hear from you. Click the contact button above to get in touch.
Languages
- English
- Swedish
3 Reviews
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This project took some twists and turns. But every step of the way, Valentina was professional, patient and really lovely. The end result was stunning vocals (for a song I had written), beautifully recorded. The best experience I've had on SoundBetter. Recommended!
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I hired Valentina for a music production project I’ve been working on. She was very easy to collaborate with and consistently met all delivery expectations. I highly recommend Valentina for any music project.
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Phenomenal work by a true professional! Valentina‘s delivery sounded outstanding after she‘s tailor-made it to my requests.
Valentina is reliable, quick and great for collaborations! Would recommend a 100% and will definitely hire again.
Interview with Valentina Ahlmark
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would love to collaborate with RY X, MARO or Aurora. They are all very talented musicians and producers, and they bring their own interpretation to sub-genres of pop.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have access to record with a range of high standard vocal microphones (large diaphragm tube condenser). As Interface I use a Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 interface and run these signals into my MacBook Pro. The DAW I work in is Logic Pro X as a DAW and run all electronic instruments (e.g. Synths such as Minilogue XD, Nord Stage Piano 76) directly line in. I also have access to a large range of percussion such as shakers, handpans, bells etc.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: MARO, Grimes, RY X, Ghostly Kisses, Billie Eilish, Finneas, Thom Yorke, Aurora, SøLV, Ólafur Arnalds, Caroline Polachek, Angèle, Matt Corby
I was the singer, producer, songwriter and composer in this production
- Singer - FemaleAverage price - $170 per song
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Average price - $125 per song
- ProducerAverage price - $250 per song
- Film ComposerAverage price - $150 per minute
- Songwriter - LyricAverage price - $125 per song
- Acoustic GuitarAverage price - $125 per song
I typically take 5-7 working days to deliver a product/job and allow a maximum of two revisions per job. For any further revision I am asking an extra $40 on top of the agreed payment price.
- Lorde
- Billie Eilish
- MARO
- Avantone CV12 Mulitpattern Condenser
- Korg Minilogue xd
- Korg Micro-korg
- Focusrite Scarlett 18i8 interface
- Macbook Pro
- Fender Squier Classic Vibe 60s Stratocaster
- Fender Malibu Acoustic Guitar
- Handpan