Name of Workshop: The Mixing Technique

Total Hours: 6

Workshop Description: This workshop explores and develops the art and science of mixing a multi-track recording into a stereo file ready for mastering. An examination of the history of decades of tools and techniques developed from mixing in the analogue domain will reveal and develop the

Name of Workshop: The Mixing Technique

Total Hours: 6

Workshop Description: This workshop explores and develops the art and science of mixing a multi-track recording into a stereo file ready for mastering. An examination of the history of decades of tools and techniques developed from mixing in the analogue domain will reveal and develop the background knowledge necessary to move into the present methods of mixing entirely “in the box” (in the computer). This will be followed by learning newer tools and techniques previously impossible in the analogue domain. Upon completion of this course, students will have the technical and artistic knowledge necessary to develop compelling mixes in a Mac based Digital Audio Workstation.

Workshop Learning Outcomes:

Success completion on this workshop will enable the student to:

• Construct a current approach to mixing an audio recording built from an understanding of the past approaches in analog mixing and culminating into 21st century tools, techniques and philosophies.
• Incorporate the understanding and ability to utilize the signal flow adopted from an analogue mixing console and outboard equipment now employed in a Digital Audio Workstation environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the various signal processing tools utilized in mixing a multi-track recording and how these tools have migrated from the analogue domain into the digital realm.
• Utilize the latest digital hardware and software tools (ipad controllers, control surfaces, plugins, various DAW formats).
• Practice mixing techniques that have developed in various genres of music.
• Deliver a compelling stereo mix from a multi-track recording using a digital audio workstation and control surface.
• Present and promote final mix work to an online audience.