adam quaife

Adam Quaife is a music producer, engineer and composer based in Melbourne Australia. 

He creates music under his own name and the alias House of Q where he’s released original tracks. 

Remarkably, at age 18 he sold his first song (written on a Fairlight CMI) to the Australian film Frenchman’s Farm. As a record producer/engineer he has credits on many Australian releases.

In addition to production work, Quaife has done session performances (for instance, playing piano on Daryl Braithwaite’s song “See You Around Sometime"

 He.has a wide range of clients from Daryl Braithwaite and Divinyls to the Screaming Jets and Lime Spiders reflecting his broad studio involvement. He even contributed as a producer to QUT’s Indie 100 compilation in 2013 and 2015. Further creative work includes co-creating the multimedia piece “Frolicking in the Garden of Scull” with artist Anthony Breslin, for which Quaife composed the soundscape.

• Solo works: Releases music on SoundCloud as houseofq including original instrumental compositions and remixes of his own.
• Production credits: Engineered/mixed records for Australian artists – e.g. The Makers, The Slow Club, Third Eye and others
• Session performances: Contributed keyboards; notably piano on Daryl Braithwaite’s “See You Around Sometime"
• Client collaborations: Worked with many bands (Masters Apprentices, Divinyls, Lime Spiders, Screaming Jets, etc.)
• Student projects: Produced tracks for the QUT “Indie 100” student compilation
• Creative media: Co-produced the sound for the animation “Frolicking in the Garden of Scull” (exhibited Oct–Nov 2022)

Quaife has been an audio educator since 1997 and is a long‑time Avid Pro Tools Certified Instructor (certified in 2000) He holds a Master in Creative Industries (Music and Sound) (QUT, 2013) and is a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2021) underscoring his academic credentials. He served as a Lecturer in Audio Production at Box Hill Institute (Melbourne) and is now a Senior Lecturer in Audio and Music at SAE University College, Melbourne. In these roles he teaches courses in audio engineering, recording and production, using a project-based learning approach. For example, at SAE he guides students through real-world recording projects and has overseen student-driven compilations like Indie 100 His pedagogical style emphasizes hands-on studio practice and reflective learning. Through his work he has also contributed to curriculum development – his consultancy services include “education design and consultancy for audio production” and studio planning indicating involvement in shaping audio training programs.

• Positions: Senior Audio Lecturer (Music/Audio programs) at SAE Melbourne formerly Audio Production Lecturer at Box Hill Institute
• Certifications: Avid Pro Tools Certified Instructor (since 2000)
• Teaching focus: Audio recording and production techniques, digital audio workstation skills (Pro Tools, DAWs), and music production.
• Curriculum: Involved in designing audio curricula (vocational and higher-ed) via consulting services and continually updates courses with industry techniques.
• Student collaboration: Mentors projects like the Indie 100 album and multimedia art collaborations, fostering practical experience.
• Pedagogy: Emphasizes hands-on, studio-based learning; described as a “facilitator of music recording education"

Quaife has played a key role in designing and equipping teaching studios. A notable example is his leadership in selecting an API 1608 analog mixing console for Box Hill Institute’s Studio R. He evaluated consoles and chose the API for its sound quality, control and reliability, directly influencing the learning environment (Box Hill’s students train on both analog and digital consoles). In general he offers studio design and audio training consultancy as part of his professional services meaning he advises on layout, equipment choices and program structure for educational facilities.

• Equipment selection: Chosen audio consoles/compressors for college studios (e.g. API 1608 and related gear)
• Studio design: Consults on acoustic layout and integration of analog/digital technology in school recording labs
• Program development: Contributed to the structure of audio courses (analog vs digital workflows) by integrating new gear into curriculum
• Industry liaison: Leverages professional contacts (engineers, manufacturers) to bring current practices into educational programs.

Quaife shares his expertise through creative collaborations and institutional channels. For instance, he co-created “Frolicking in the Garden of Scull” (2022), an animated gallery installation by artist Anthony Breslin. Quaife composed its minimalist sound design and music (credited as music/audio producer) This work was exhibited at Burrinja Cultural Centre (Melbourne) in October–November 2022

Adam can supply services including Composition, 

Record Production, Recording Engineering, Mixing in Stereo and Surround Sound formats. Editing, Training Including Education Design and Consultancy for Audio Production, DAW operation and Studio Design. Keyboards, Bass and Guitar Sessions. MIDI Programming and Drum Replacement.