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Upcoming Personal Appearances
Free Masterclass: How to Mix for Maximum Emotional Impact
University of North Carolina - Asheville, Laurel Forum Room, Wednesday, 3/19, 7:00 - 9:00 PM
This provocative masterclass goes beyond improving sound quality, by presenting tips and techniques that enhance the soul of a mix — and captivate the listener’s heart.
Drawing on decades of production, engineering, and musical expertise, Anderton reveals the secrets of maximizing a mix’s emotional elements. Participants will find out how to avoid technology's pitfalls and take advantage of its opportunities in their music projects. This must-see presentation explores studio techniques from a new, inspiring, and sometimes mind-blowing perspective.
Synthesizer and Sampler Secrets: A Moogseum Masterclass
Moogseum, 56 Broadway Street, Ashville, NC, Saturday 3/22, 10:00 AM - Noon
This masterclass delivers insider tips and techniques on programming, recording, and mixing with synthesizers and samplers. From how to add warmth to virtual instruments, to integrating synths and samplers in productions, to controversial topics like oversampling -- and much more -- this fascinating exploration of today's instruments is essential for modern musicians and producers. There's even an informative preview of MIDI 2.0's potential impact.
Here's your chance to find out how to get more than you thought possible out of today's keyboards and virtual instruments. Please note that seating is limited. Tickets are available for $25 via Eventbrite. All proceeds benefit the Bob Moog Foundation.
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