Conversations with Taylor Voeltz

Today we’d like to introduce you to Taylor Voeltz.

Hi Taylor, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I started out singing in high school bands, which sparked my love for audio production and everything that goes into making great live music. After years working in recording studios as an audio engineer, I discovered my favorite place to be is behind the console at a live show—feeling like part of the band and highlighting the special moments that make each performance unique.
That philosophy shaped my approach as I toured and built a career in live sound before stepping into my current role as Production Manager at the historic 2,000-seat Saban Theatre in Beverly Hills. I coordinate every aspect of live productions, from front-of-house and lighting design to stage management.
What I enjoy most is mentoring new talent—helping people grow their skills until they’re recruited for bigger opportunities. I believe there’s room for everyone to succeed, and I take pride in writing recommendations for those I’ve seen go from beginners to professionals. Today, I also serve as a Technical Director for businesses hosting concerts and live events, aiming to create productions that feel effortless and inspired. My ongoing mission is to discover and develop talent while fostering careers that never feel like work

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
The journey has definitely been interesting—neither smooth sailing nor a total disaster. In this line of work, things can get stressful, and situations can turn intense fast. Luckily, I’ve developed strong people skills and plenty of patience along the way. In the beginning, it really was trial by fire; mistakes weren’t failures but lessons that pushed me to grow. I can’t recall any true disasters or shows that completely fell apart, but there have certainly been moments when I suddenly found myself behind a console worth as much as my house—and couldn’t even find the home button! That’s part of the excitement, though. Once everything falls into place, the energy is unbeatable. What really makes it all worthwhile is the band or the talent on stage—if they’re having a great time, it feels like my job almost runs itself.

Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
I like to think of my work as starting a snowball and letting it grow as it rolls down the hill. Over the years, I’ve discovered that some of the best talent comes from people who performed in bands or participated in theater at school or church. I’m constantly connecting with professionals from every corner of the entertainment world to staff events of all kinds. My focus is always on building the right team—matching personalities, skills, and energy to what I sense the client really needs.
This year, I’ve had the chance to collaborate with some exciting and recognizable names, including Matthew McConaughey, Jason Alexander, Jelly Roll, and BigXthaPlug. I even found myself working on a reality show with Paris Hilton and Nicole Richie on Peacock. Each time, I built teams that not only worked seamlessly with the client’s crew but came together as one unified group.

Is there anything else you’d like to share with our readers?
Today, technology has truly become the artist’s instrument. From home recording and live performance gear to running your own lighting and visuals, creative control is now entirely in our hands. Back in the early 2000s, a band had to spend thousands of dollars in a studio and race against the clock just to hope for a recording they could be proud of. Now, anyone can produce, release, and share their work without gatekeepers or uninspired middlemen weighing in on the process.
What’s amazing is that this freedom hasn’t diluted creativity — it’s multiplied it. There’s more art, more voices, and more innovation than ever before, and I believe there’s room for everyone to create something meaningful. Honestly, besides the flying cars we still don’t have, the present day has far exceeded what I imagined as a teenager dreaming about the future of music and technology.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.wheremusicmeetsthesoul.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instaygramm/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tvoeltz

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Taylor Voeltz