James Bagshaw is a music producer, multi-instrumentalist, composer, and educator, with a research specialism of Spatial Audio and Ambisonics.

James is a Senior Lecturer in BA (Hons) Music Production at Leeds Arts University, where he plays a key role in teaching and designing curriculum for the BA (Hons) Music Production programme. Passionate about innovation in music production, he integrates studio recording principles with electronic music practice and sound design, ensuring students are prepared for a range of careers in music. Before joining Leeds Arts, James has lectured at Futureworks Manchester (UCLan), the University of Hull and Hull College, and worked in operations, conference and event management for Wonkhe.

James has recently completed his PhD studies at the University of Hull, and holds degrees in BA (Hons) Music Production and MusM Electroacoustic Composition. He’s the founder of the Ambisonic Music Library label, and releases electronic music under the pseudonym Lasso Skinny.

Through his career in education, production, and performance, James continues to inspire and shape the next generation of music professionals while staying at the forefront of industry developments.