Virginia Haladyna is a musician, songwriter, performer, and freelance recording engineer based out of Austin, Texas. Upon graduating from The Recording Conservatory of Austin, she went on to intern and work out of the world-class Orb Recording Studios. She has recorded three full-length albums, EPs, and multiple singles for local Austin bands. As well as recording other artists, Virginia records and mixes her band Happy, Hollow. She’s assisted sessions alongside established musicians, producers, and engineers the last five years and plans to continue honing her craft for many more.
Writing, Arranging, and Recording “Sweet Talk”
n July of last year, I was in a writing slump. I kept getting this feeling that I should find a beat on a beat-making website, buy it, and write over it. That way I didn’t have to worry about writing the music, I could just work out my writer’s block with lyrics and melody, ...An Update
During quarantine, I wrote a lot of music. Now, I’m in the process of recording that music, and hearing it come to life. The most exciting part of all of this is getting MY voice back. I’ll dive into that deeper.Versatile Microphones for Home Recording
Versatile Microphones for the Home Recording StudioMinimalist Mixing Techniques
You might’ve noticed the title for this month’s blog is called “Minimalist Mixing Techniques”, so you already know what I’m about to dive into…the art of NOT using 10,000 plug-ins on ONE song!Introducing Women in Audio Spotify Podcast
Tanglea Lamb has a new podcast on Spotify. Women in Audio. The First Episode Interview with SoundGirl Virginia HaladynaRecording in Two Days
We only had two days to this 16 song album, and guess what… WE DID IT! Everyone did a great job of executing their parts and staying focused (including myself). Since we had two days to record 16 songs, you’re probably thinking that we live tracked the album- and you’re right! Personally- that’s my favorite ...The Importance of Reference Tracks
Reference tracks are important because often while mixing, your ears can lose perspective. A reference track is helpful to have this happens, you can play the track and compare it to where your mix.Getting Back in the Game
Recently, I have taken a time-out from working with clients, as well as interning, because I was feeling very burnt out. To be clear, I was still recording, but only recording MY band’s music.Re-Amping a Guitar Signal
If you have a small home set-up, but have always had trouble getting the right guitar tones, or don’t want to settle using an amp simulator (which I am NOT opposed to- there are some really great ones out there), capturing a DI signal at home, and scheduling time at a studio for a small ...Recording a Four Piece Band – Vocals
For this months blog, we are going to finish recording our awesome 4-piece band, with vocals! I love recording vocals. Probably because I am a singer first before anything else, I find it interesting how there are so many ways you can make a vocal sound. Let’s say the song we’ve been tracking with our band ...Recording Guitars and Bass
Part Two of Recording a four-piece band. Guitars and BassRecording a Four Piece Band Part 1
Last month I wrote about the importance of being an artist with a knowledge of what’s going on Behind the Board. This month I am starting a three month themed blog about the process of recording a four-piece band.Behind the Board
This month I would like to touch on the importance of being an artist with a knowledge of what’s going on behind the board.Valuing Your Worth and Getting Paid
We as women and as creatives often sell ourselves short when it comes to how much we charge and how strict we are about receiving payment. We’ve all been there. You’re spending hours on a song, an EP, an album, and you haven’t even seen half of what you should’ve made yet. I know I ...