Want to be a sound engineer?
Minor Productions Live Audio Engineering Basics Course is designed to prepare aspiring sound engineers with the skills and knowledge required to operate a professional sound system for a live band in a small to medium size venue. Interactive classroom discussion with hands-on exercises will result in a basic mastery of the equipment and technology utilized in mixing live sound.
SIGN UP NOW:
• FOUR WEEKLY INTRO CLASSES:
$50 per class. 4 Mondays 6-8:30 pm.
4 classes enrollment in advance includes textbook document.
CLASS SUMMARY:
Live audio engineering basics for beginners, venue managers, event producers, musicians, instructors, worship producers, and anyone seeking tips from experienced live audio professionals in a highly interactive environment.
You will be able to set up and operate a basic live sound system after the first class. After the full 4 weeks, many students should be ready for entry level tech jobs and internships.
INCLUDES:
+ Hands-On Classroom Training with professional gear.
+ Online printable 8 chapter textbook
+ Guest speakers and Q&A from top local sound companies and touring pros.
+ Employment and referral assistance.
SCHEDULE:
Week 1: Basic PA set up, cables, system parts, sound waves, basic physics
Week 2: Mixer layout, signal path, gain structure, intro to mixing
Week 3: Mixing, Processing, EQ, Monitor mixing, stage set up
Week 4: System design & and repair, acoustics, career skills, Hands on live act mixing.
OPTIONAL 5th class or make up class $50: One on One training session at a live show.
To register for classes and get more information
e-mail: [email protected].
Pay with cash, check, venmo or paypal.
ALSO AVAILABLE to anyone:
• HEY SOUNDMAN!
8 chapter, 90 page Live Audio Engineering Textbook PDF.
$20 via paypal to [email protected] for email copy.
INSTRUCTOR:
Paul Minor is a 40 year veteran of the Austin music scene, Austin Music Awards Producer, twice winner of Best Sound Engineer, and a graduate of St. Edward's University’s Masters in Human Services program. He has toured with major artists including Fastball, Joe Ely, and the Texas Tornados, and has installed, maintained and operated sound systems in numerous venues throughout Texas including White Horse, Hole in the Wall, North Door, Stay Gold, Lowbrow El Paso, and Padre’s Marfa. A member of the Austin Music Awards Hall of Fame since 2002, Paul has been production manager, booking consultant and head engineer at the Austin Beer Garden Brewery since 2013.
Minor Productions Live Audio Engineering Basics Course is designed to prepare aspiring sound engineers with the skills and knowledge required to operate a professional sound system for a live band in a small to medium size venue. Interactive classroom discussion with hands-on exercises will result in a basic mastery of the equipment and technology utilized in mixing live sound.
SIGN UP NOW:
• FOUR WEEKLY INTRO CLASSES:
$50 per class. 4 Mondays 6-8:30 pm.
4 classes enrollment in advance includes textbook document.
CLASS SUMMARY:
Live audio engineering basics for beginners, venue managers, event producers, musicians, instructors, worship producers, and anyone seeking tips from experienced live audio professionals in a highly interactive environment.
You will be able to set up and operate a basic live sound system after the first class. After the full 4 weeks, many students should be ready for entry level tech jobs and internships.
INCLUDES:
+ Hands-On Classroom Training with professional gear.
+ Online printable 8 chapter textbook
+ Guest speakers and Q&A from top local sound companies and touring pros.
+ Employment and referral assistance.
SCHEDULE:
Week 1: Basic PA set up, cables, system parts, sound waves, basic physics
Week 2: Mixer layout, signal path, gain structure, intro to mixing
Week 3: Mixing, Processing, EQ, Monitor mixing, stage set up
Week 4: System design & and repair, acoustics, career skills, Hands on live act mixing.
OPTIONAL 5th class or make up class $50: One on One training session at a live show.
To register for classes and get more information
e-mail: [email protected].
Pay with cash, check, venmo or paypal.
ALSO AVAILABLE to anyone:
• HEY SOUNDMAN!
8 chapter, 90 page Live Audio Engineering Textbook PDF.
$20 via paypal to [email protected] for email copy.
INSTRUCTOR:
Paul Minor is a 40 year veteran of the Austin music scene, Austin Music Awards Producer, twice winner of Best Sound Engineer, and a graduate of St. Edward's University’s Masters in Human Services program. He has toured with major artists including Fastball, Joe Ely, and the Texas Tornados, and has installed, maintained and operated sound systems in numerous venues throughout Texas including White Horse, Hole in the Wall, North Door, Stay Gold, Lowbrow El Paso, and Padre’s Marfa. A member of the Austin Music Awards Hall of Fame since 2002, Paul has been production manager, booking consultant and head engineer at the Austin Beer Garden Brewery since 2013.
