Layden Productions specializes in High Definition video production of classical concert performances, as well as marketing & promotional pieces.

With over eight years of experience filming live events, you can feel confident that your performance video will be presented in a clean, artistic, and professional style. Preparation for filming complex concerts includes extensive musical score study, assuring that your concert will be captured in a manner that enhances and showcases the energy and musicality of your performance.

Projects intended for distribution on DVD include custom artwork (and often portrait photography), which is incorporated into the printed cover materials as well as disc navigational menus.

All projects are filmed in industry-standard 1080p High Definition. HD releases available on Blu-ray disc by request.


"As Luther students celebrate their musical talents and achievements as solo performers, we are fortunate to have the opportunity to capture these quality recitals digitally through the capable work of Mick Layden—Layden Productions. Graduate schools and future employers are raising their expectations of submitted audio and video recordings of students' recitals and concerts. A quality video recording with excellent audio is a great investment in a young performer's career. The end product is valuable for the work they have done in preparation for that recital, and additionally for future opportunities created because of a quality recording that will follow them and their résumé in future graduate studies and careers."
—Dr. Timothy Peter, Luther College

Package 1: Two camera coverage, includes 1 copy of DVD
  • One-hour recital: $395
  • Half-hour recital or audition DVD: $295
    Package 2: Three camera coverage, includes 1 copy of DVD
  • One-hour recital: $595
  • Half-hour recital or audition DVD: $495

    Additional copies of DVD: $25 each
    Additional copies of Blu-ray disc: $40 each

    Contact us to schedule your recital. Available on as little as 24-hour notice.





  • Using a fusion of 3D modeling and 2D design software, your production can incorporate innovative motion graphics to add an element of dimensional interest, drawing the viewer's attention.

    CGI (computer generated imagery) and 3D modeling are used to create virtual camera angles which may not be practical to capture using an actual camera. One application of this technique may be to display titles or static information in a refreshingly new approach. Examples can be seen on the portfolio page.





    All video projects produced by Layden Productions are presented in custom artwork. Artwork design is factored into the production cost of video projects by default, unless otherwise specified by client. For projects produced in collaboration with a business or institution, the video element of the project can be completed independently of existing printed materials.

    Layden Productions also creates stand-alone print designs, including marketing brochures, business cards, and other marketing materials. Clients may submit photos, logos, and existing artwork themes to be incorporated into your design, or leave the conceptualization entirely to us.





    Our meticulous attention to detail and highly-trained sense of musical & aural acuity ensures that the audio track production accurately captures your best performance. Using an innovative visual approach to noise removal, even a live performance can sound nearly as clean as a studio recording. Examples of audio corrections that can be performed include ambient noise removal (including coughs and cell phones), hiss/hum removal, and spot pitch correction (for example, a single instrument out-of-tune with a surrounding orchestra).

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