Jan 1, 2008,
By Eddie Ciletti
One of the unintentional that results from recording to analog tape is the time delay between the record and play heads. Tape echo sometimes referred...
Jan 1, 2008,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
At SAE Atlanta's (www.sae-atl.com) grand opening, held October 12, are, from left: Institute Liverpool director Xander Snell, SAE Atlanta director Chris...
Dec 1, 2007,
By George Petersen
Talking about listening and the listening process is one of those seemingly impossible tasks, like writing a book on how to compose music or paint a masterpiece....
Dec 1, 2007,
By Alexander Brandon
A lot of audio issues have been covered in this space lately, from facility design to education programs. But for many of you, the actual process of integrating...
Dec 1, 2007,
By Eddie Ciletti
Craftsmanship typically comes to mind when describing the work involved with creating a physical object such as how a luthier fashions a fine musical...
Nov 1, 2007,
By George Petersen Executive Editor
In that once upon a time three decades ago, when Mix began, someone who was a motivated self-starter could visit a local studio, sign on as a janitor/go-fer...
Nov 1, 2007,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
Pyramind: The Institute for Advanced Digital Audio Training has expanded to include a 36,000-square-foot building in San Francisco close to its headquarters....
Nov 1, 2007,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
Who: Brian Dozoretz, Ithaca College School of Music's manager of music recording technical support Previous Lives: 2001-2007, Bennett Studios engineer,...
Nov 1, 2007,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
An estimated 400 students from across the Northeast Region came to see 30 presenters (including Grammy Award-winning engineer Jim Anderson) and vendors...
Nov 1, 2007,
By Eddie Ciletti
Back in July, I taught a two-week, full-immersion class that re-created Beatles-style recording sessions. Our space, dubbed Not Too Shabby Road, was outfitted...
Nov 1, 2007,
By Alexander Brandon
There are a lot of audio education programs out there, from weeklong studio classes to Master's programs. From Berklee College of Music to Musicians Institute,...
Aug 1, 2007,
By Paul D. Lehrman
Anyone who's spent any time in the music business has great stories to tell, and consequently the ranks of musicians, engineers and producers include...
Aug 1, 2007,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
Ocean Way Nashville (www.ocean waystudios.com) is now part of Belmont University's Mike Curb College of Entertainment and Music Business, but the facility...
Aug 1, 2007,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
The Art Institute of California, Los Angeles (www.ainewprogram.com/los angeles) has added a Bachelor of Science degree program in audio production. Courses...
Aug 1, 2007,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
The University of Memphis' Music Industry division hosted producer/engineer George Massenburg and Platinum-selling artist Brian Vander Ark; Massenburg...
May 1, 2007,
By Sarah Jones
It all started with the EQ. He found himself reaching for the highs, trying to add back that sizzle his mixes seemed to be missing. At home, he started...
May 1, 2007,
By Paul D. Lehrman
We all have to be concerned with loud sounds these days, whether it's making sure our kids don't suffer from or taking care not to destroy our own eardrums...
Mar 1, 2007,
Compiled by Sarah Benzuly
Bringing Web-based music instruction to underserved youth, Berklee College of Music's City Music Network (www.berklee.edu/community/citymusic.html) has...
Nov 1, 2006,
By Rick Clark
When I was a kid fresh out of high school, the idea of going to college to learn how to produce and engineer rock records, promote a band or learn the dynamics of the music industry was a pipe dream. At the time, college music departments were designed for those who wanted to play in orchestra, learn music history or become high school band teachers. I remember dropping out of string-bass class because my classically trained teacher regarded me and other electric bass players as “electricians.”...
Nov 1, 2006,
By Paul D. Lehrman
Ten years ago, it might have been the exception, but today, it's the rule: Schools that have courses in professional audio production are now also offering courses in visual media. Institutions that once boasted how many SSL consoles and Pro Tools stations they had are now touting their expertise in graphics, animation, advertising art, film and video editing, and Web programming.
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Aug 1, 2006
Two students from The Hartt School's Music Production and Technology (MPT) program at the University of Hartford have been named winners of a prestigious Down Beat magazine Student Music Award.
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Nov 17, 2005,
By Eddie Ciletti
For years, the November Mix has focused on audio education, and in the past, I've written on the subject as an outsider. However, after a year of part-time teaching, I have a new perspective. There were few audio schools when most seasoned audio pros began their careers, leading some to be pessimistic about the value or necessity of a formal audio education. Today, it's becoming more difficult to place an increasing number of graduates at a dwindling number of major recording facilities, so the question is whether audio schools provide the skills and experience to succeed as an audio professional....
May 17, 2005,
By Breean Lingle
If there's one thing that most members of the recording industry will agree upon, it's that when it comes to getting an education, there is no fail-safe plan or path to take. With as many factors that can contribute to a person's success post-graduation, becoming well-educated, employable and eventually well-established is something only the student can control. There are now nearly 200 programs available in the U.S. and Canada of varying lengths and emphasis; audio students have few excuses not to find the location, coursework or level of education that fits.
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Oct 1, 2004,
By Theresa Leonard
Although there have historically been two schools of thought about audio education — on-the-job vs. academic training — the lines are blurring because a slew of successful programs now offer much more hands-on experience. Despite the need for a thorough understanding of theory, ours is still an industry that relies heavily on mentoring, real-life experience and technical expertise.
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Nov 1, 2003,
By Eddie Ciletti
There are many ways to acquire knowledge. I asked a friend who teaches audio at a community college for his perspective on audio education and received a succinct answer: “Everybody's learning about Pro Tools, but many graduates are lacking in the fundamentals of audio, as well as music.” My thoughts on the subject are as numerous as the nooks and crannies in an English muffin.
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