Meet Our Team
Manni
(Director)
(Director)
Kate
(Manager)
(Manager)
Xanthe
(Freelancer)
(Freelancer)
Lucas
(Freelancer)
(Freelancer)
Max
(Freelancer)
(Freelancer)
Steve
(Director)
(Director)
Joe
(Director)
(Director)
Ollie
(Freelancer)
(Freelancer)
Arthur
(Freelancer)
(Freelancer)
Studio Staff & Freelancers
Mark Islam
Mark is a gifted drum teacher with a real passion for community work, and he’s been bringing his talent and energy to Old Chapel since 2023. From leading music sessions to supporting some of the most vulnerable adults in Leeds, Mark has seen firsthand the transformative power of music, and it’s become the heart of what he does.
When he’s not at Old Chapel, you’ll find Mark juggling his role as a freelance drum teacher and working with various community groups. He’s a regular at Re:establish youth club in Beeston, helping young people discover their musical talents, and on weekends, he teaches at ArtForms, inspiring the next generation of musicians. Mark’s commitment to the community is clear—he’s always finding new ways to share his love for music and make a difference through it.
When he’s not at Old Chapel, you’ll find Mark juggling his role as a freelance drum teacher and working with various community groups. He’s a regular at Re:establish youth club in Beeston, helping young people discover their musical talents, and on weekends, he teaches at ArtForms, inspiring the next generation of musicians. Mark’s commitment to the community is clear—he’s always finding new ways to share his love for music and make a difference through it.
Lucy Reains
Lucy started volunteering and supporting Old Chapel in 2021 and joined the Studio Supervisors team in 2022. Lucy has a wealth of experience in various parts of the music industry especially around PA, events & promotions. She is currently studying Graphic Design & Illustration at Leeds University. Our new logo and front door sign was designed by Lucy and we couldn’t be happier with how it looks.
Lucy supports Old Chapel on a weekly basis carrying out many tasks from admin to equipment repair and maintenance.
Lucy supports Old Chapel on a weekly basis carrying out many tasks from admin to equipment repair and maintenance.
Matti Scott
Matti joined us in 2019 as a freelancer on a music project for vulnerable adults has been part of our Studio Supervisors team till September 2024. Matti is a talented self taught musician, like many, who loves playing the keys and editing. He studied Music Production at Leeds College of Music now Leeds Conservatoire and currently runs one of our FREE music clubs as well as working for Vera Media as their Media & Arts teacher and running groups in the community. Matti also drew the image of the studios which we use in our logo, we think he did a brilliant job capturing Old Chapels charms.
Nicky Bray
Nicky joined our Freelance team in 2019, working alongside Matti on a music project for vulnerable adults. However, she’s no stranger to Old Chapel—she’s been rehearsing here with various bands and community groups for many years.
A gifted musician with a heart for the community, Nicky is involved with multiple organisations and her own projects, always bringing her signature fun energy wherever she goes. It’s no wonder our music group attendees love her just as much as we do!
Nicky is deeply passionate about using music to support and uplift those who are most disadvantaged. She describes herself as a “freelance community music worker by day, musical mischief-maker by night,” and we couldn’t agree more!
A gifted musician with a heart for the community, Nicky is involved with multiple organisations and her own projects, always bringing her signature fun energy wherever she goes. It’s no wonder our music group attendees love her just as much as we do!
Nicky is deeply passionate about using music to support and uplift those who are most disadvantaged. She describes herself as a “freelance community music worker by day, musical mischief-maker by night,” and we couldn’t agree more!
Volunteers
Arthur Janes – Business Marketing
Debbie Russel – Gardening
Lucy Reains – Studio support / Business Marketing
Michelle Regan – Executive Business Development / Admin
Max Gower – Business Marketing
Nathan Robinson – Business Marketing
Ollie Forest – Business Marketing
Riya Ward – Social Media / Business Marking
Vicky Bower – Website Developer
Debbie Russel – Gardening
Lucy Reains – Studio support / Business Marketing
Michelle Regan – Executive Business Development / Admin
Max Gower – Business Marketing
Nathan Robinson – Business Marketing
Ollie Forest – Business Marketing
Riya Ward – Social Media / Business Marking
Vicky Bower – Website Developer
Mark HubbardFounder
Mark is the heart and soul behind Old Chapel Music CIC. As the founder and creator, he has been the driving force since 1994, turning his passion for music into a thriving hub for musicians.
It all began when Mark, then a customer at Park Side Studios in Armley, joined Old Chapel in 1992. By 1994, he fully took the reins while still juggling a job at the Job Centre and performing in bands like Red Lorry Yellow Lorry. But as Old Chapel grew, Mark realised his true calling was right here—nurturing the space that would become a lifeline for Leeds musicians.
In 2007, with his vision clearer than ever, Mark established Leeds Music Trust as a charity, and Old Chapel Music officially became a CIC. This shift allowed the studio to expand even further, offering support, resources, and opportunities to countless bands and artists who needed it most.
Mark’s dedication, long hours, and sacrifices along the way have built Old Chapel into the music haven it is today.
In 2021, after decades of hard work, Mark made the decision to step back, trusting Katie to lead Old Chapel into the future. Though he retired from the day-to-day running of the studios in 2023, Mark remains a vital part of the Old Chapel family, offering his wisdom and support as and when needed.
Now with more time to pursue his own passions, Mark is taking a well earned rest, but his legacy at Old Chapel continues to inspire everyone who walks through its doors. Without Mark, Old Chapel simply wouldn’t be here today.
It all began when Mark, then a customer at Park Side Studios in Armley, joined Old Chapel in 1992. By 1994, he fully took the reins while still juggling a job at the Job Centre and performing in bands like Red Lorry Yellow Lorry. But as Old Chapel grew, Mark realised his true calling was right here—nurturing the space that would become a lifeline for Leeds musicians.
In 2007, with his vision clearer than ever, Mark established Leeds Music Trust as a charity, and Old Chapel Music officially became a CIC. This shift allowed the studio to expand even further, offering support, resources, and opportunities to countless bands and artists who needed it most.
Mark’s dedication, long hours, and sacrifices along the way have built Old Chapel into the music haven it is today.
In 2021, after decades of hard work, Mark made the decision to step back, trusting Katie to lead Old Chapel into the future. Though he retired from the day-to-day running of the studios in 2023, Mark remains a vital part of the Old Chapel family, offering his wisdom and support as and when needed.
Now with more time to pursue his own passions, Mark is taking a well earned rest, but his legacy at Old Chapel continues to inspire everyone who walks through its doors. Without Mark, Old Chapel simply wouldn’t be here today.
