CIVILIAN STUDIOS
Our production house is committed to making music rooted in honesty, with a deep connection to the stories it supports. Whether for film or a standalone project, the focus is always on exploring the core of an artist’s drive to create.
This is a space where music is explored, not just produced—where rough ideas can grow into something lasting, and where emotion matters more than polish.
From film scores to personal records, CIVILIAN Studios welcomes individuals who value expression over convention. It’s a space for collaboration, experimentation, and pushing past what’s expected.
Home of The Strange Fruit.
Based in Calgary’s North-East, CIVILIAN Studios is a thoughtfully curated creative studio designed to foster authenticity, artistic integrity, and meaningful expression. It offers a purposefully
intimate environment, where musicians, producers, and creators can find the focus and freedom needed to fully immerse themselves in their craft.
More than just a recording space, CIVILIAN Studios serves as a haven for artists looking to bring their most honest work to life—away from distractions and within an atmosphere that encourages exploration.
Each session is a carefully balanced blend of tradition and innovation. The studio merges the tactile warmth and character of analog sound with the clarity, flexibility, and precision of cutting-edge digital technology.
This hybrid recording process is intentionally designed to deliver
rich, immersive sonic landscapes that resonate with depth and individuality. Whether tracking live instruments or refining digital production, every technical choice is made in service of the artist's vision—ensuring the final product is not only sonically compelling but also emotionally truthful.
Through our cinematic collection, CIVILIAN Studios demonstrates its dedication to the storytelling power of music. The studio specializes in creating high-quality soundscapes that enhance visual storytelling, capturing the nuance and emotional gravity of every scene. The goal is to underscore narrative through sound—producing compositions that elevate a film’s emotional core while maintaining artistic coherence.
At its core, CIVILIAN Studios is where music is made with intention. Strong melodies, honest lyrics, and focused performances become timeless art.