01 - The ‘Recording Lab’ - Starting at the beginning.
What is this ?
It’s an introduction to recording course , known as the ’Recording Lab’ . Beginning in June 2023, start your adventure with music recording with this 5 x 2 hour class .
Limited to 4 students per class.
How long is the course ?
5 Classes (one per week) will be 2 hours long each ( including a break.)
How much does this Course cost ?
Payment (due in advance) is €350
Do I need any gear ?
Not necessarily !
Ideally you would own laptop and a decent pair of headphones.
Everything else we need is at my Teaching Studio
Who can attend ?
Anyone, once you are over 18.
Perhaps you are a musician who would like to record or maybe you are thinking about taking another multi-year course and want to ‘try it out’?
When does it start ?
5 Classes will be 2hours long each beginning in June 2023 (TBC)
Do get in contact and I’ll try and facilitate you .
Where is it ?
At my dedicated Teaching Studio in Tullamore, Co.Offaly .
More Questions ?
Still unsure if this is for you ?
Message me at Paul@GeniusMove.ie and lets chat !
(other ways to message me at the ‘Contact’ page above)
Topics Covered
I’ll include all of the topics below which will give you a idea on where you want to go with your audio education, perhaps setting you up for the more in depth ‘D.A.W Recording Course’.
Also included are Notes on the subjects covered you can take away to study in your own time.
Week 1: Topic: Introduction to Sound and Audio Recording
How do we learn?
What is sound?
Your computer and what to expect from this course
Week 2: Topic: Recording Techniques and Best Practices
The basics of audio recording
Understanding audio interfaces and other recording gear
Introduction to digital audio workstations (DAWs)
Common recording mistakes and how to avoid them
Week 3: Topic: Audio Editing
Basic audio editing techniques.
Shortcuts
The importance of editing for modern music
Week 4: Topic: Compression + EQ
Introduction to Compression
Introduction to EQ, and other audio effects
Week 5: Topic: Mixing and Mastering
Understanding the mixing process
Making a ‘Balance’
‘Finalizing’ the mix
Mastering for various formats
Mature Student Courses Available