AES Nashville Presents The Nashville Recording Workshop + Expo 2012

Immerse yourself in the art and technology of music recording – March 2-3, 2012.

NASHVILLE:

The AES Nashville Section has developed a compelling two-day recording workshop and gear
exposition focused on getting the most from your personal studio recording
environment. AES Nashville, in conjunction with Audio Engineering Society, Inc.
in New York is offering this two-day program on March 2 & 3, 2012 at a new
location, the Rocketown event center at 601 4th Ave. South. Whether you are a
recording musician, a songwriter laying down demos, or a professional engineer
working in a personal production space, the Nashville Recording Workshop and
Expo will provide essential insight and information geared to boost your career
and elevate creativity.

Affordable and more powerful technology has made for a burgeoning market in recording equipment as songwriters, musicians and engineers create their own personal production spaces. Nashville has long been touted to have more personal studios per capita than anywhere in the country, and never has this been truer than in today’s DAW-centric recording environment.  NRW+E presents a unique opportunity for personal studio owners to learn from the pros who put the Music in Music City, to check out the latest tools of the trade in the exhibition space and to “network” with their peers.

NRW+E presenters will include leading producers, engineers, acousticians, songwriters,
and musicians sharing their professional techniques and knowledge in the areas
of vocal and instrument miking, songwriters production of demos, arrangements
and recording for better mixes, adding rhythm and spice with virtual tracks,
collaboration across time and space, work environments that enhance creativity,
practical acoustic and room treatment, and technical essentials.

Cosette Collier, Chairman of the Nashville Section of AES states, “We are thrilled to be
able to offer the Nashville Recording Workshop + Expo once again.  For two days,
NRW brings musicians, songwriters, small studio owners, audio production
students and home recording enthusiasts together with professional recording
engineers and music industry professionals, not for the typical ‘How I Do It’
kind of sessions, but instead, ‘How YOU Can Do It.’ Inspiration is part of the
experience, but “take away” information is key.”

Nashville Recording Workshop +Expo featured events and demos will appear in a live, on-stage setting on a regular schedule throughout both days, while exhibitor booths and displays complete AES Nashville’s own convention-type setting, featuring manufacturers representing all aspects of professional audio gear and services.

Collier continues, “Some of the best engineering and production
talent will share practical techniques for producing great recordings and
enhancing one’s creative production space, as well as how to get your music
heard.  Along with the workshops and demonstrations, the exhibits area lets
attendees check out the latest in audio production hardware and software and
explore new ways to enhance the creative process.  The 2012 Nashville Recording
Workshop + Expo continues to extend the focused content and involvement for all
levels of audio production.”

“Early Bird” registration for AES members and members of participating professional songwriter, performance, musician and engineering organizations is $79, non-members is $99, student members is $39, and non-member students is $59. Early registration is open through February 3, 2012. For the full program listings, information on registering or to book an
exhibition space visit: www.nashvillerecordingworkshop.com.

Now in its 7th decade, the Audio Engineering Society was formed in 1948 by a group of concerned audio engineers. With over 14,000 members throughout the U.S., Latin America, Europe, Japan and the Far East, the AES serves as the pivotal force in the exchange and dissemination of technical information for the industry. For additional information visit http://www.aes.org.

The RIM department recently purchased a set of MikTek microphones.

MikTek is a new Nashville based microphone company.

Come learn how these microphones are built and assembled right here in Nashville.

When: Tuesday, November 29th at 6:00pm

Where: Mass Comm 191 (Lab B)

5:30p – Social – light refreshments will be served

6:30p – Program

The 131st AES Convention in NYC last month was a rousing success and Nashville was well represented. The highlights of the convention will be covered through gear show and tell, photos, copies of the AES Daily convention newspaper and fast-paced presentations from attendees on the cornucopia of AES convention activities. What were the products that were the talk of the convention? What was on offer in the 300+ sessions in the technical program? What’s the future direction for the Society? Join us for answers.
Special guest, the always informative and entertaining Wes Dooley of AEA microphones, will have his latest products in AEA’s famed ribbon microphone line.

Quonset Hut

34 Music Square East

Nashville, TN 37027

615-460-6548

Parking is available in the rear of the building, and entrance to the studio from the rear.

Have you ever wanted to learn about other DAW’s other than Pro Tools???

Join us for an instructional demo of Sequoia, a popular DAW used heavily in Europe.

When: Tuesday November 15th 11:45am – 1:00pm

Where: Mass Comm 191 (Lab B)

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have your mixed critiqued prior to turning in your project this semester.  MTSU RIM professors will be on hand to provide feedback on your mix.

Don’t have a project to be critiqued?

No problem, come check out what your fellow classmates are doing.  Get inspired!  Hear what the professionals think!

When: Thursday, November 17th.  4:30 pm

Where: Lab B, Mass Comm 191

What you should bring:  Bring your mixes!  Also you need your own headphones with a 1/4 inch connector.

Where: College of Education, Room 160

Alex Case Bio:

New this year will Studio Hangs sponsored by MTSU AES.  Come to studios A or B during the scheduled times and take the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the workings of the MTSU studios.  AES members and upperclassmen will be there to answer questions, tour the studio with you, and give brief demonstrations on various topics (wrapping cables, handling gear, setting up microphones).

Topics and times are subject to change so make sure to double check.  Sign up for our mailing list so that we can email you directly.

Tentative times are:

Studio B – Tuesday, September 13 – 11:40 AM – 1:00 PM

Studio A – Monday, October 10 – 12:20 PM – 2:20 PM

Studio B – Wednesday, November 9 – 12:20 PM – 2:20 PM

Studio A – Tuesday, November 29 – 11:40 AM – 1:00 PM

Come bring your questions!  Don’t be shy!