Session Exchange is a directory of professional online session musicians who can offer their services without the costly hire of a recording studio

What is an online session musician? It’s very simple: you have a track you’re writing for a client or for your own reel and you want some of those samples replaced with a real instrument to breathe life and depth into your work. You can’t afford to book a session in a commercial studio. Enter the online session musician! With years of experience in studios, on stage and delivering online sessions, our online session musicians are all ready and able to turn a good track into an excellent track. You can rest assured that each musician has been carefully vetted and has all the necessary skills and equipment to record the required parts to the highest standard.

Fees will depend on the nature of the session: the length and complexity of the part and the intended use of the track (i.e. broadcast on TV or radio, film, music library, game, etc). Typically you will agree a fee, the online session will take place, and you will receive an mp3 for assessment. If you’re happy with the recording, you’ll pay the agreed fee and you’ll receive the uncompressed file in the format of your choice. It is best to discuss amendments before the session takes place: some musicians offer 2 – 3 small amendments in the main fee, and some charge extra. Always make sure you have discussed all potential extra costs before going ahead with the recording to avoid disagreements.

To hire the musicians in our directory, visit our site at sessionexchange.org and use the contact details provided in the listings or request a quote from one of our featured members.