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Asheville Live Sound Workshop

SoundGirls and The Mothlight are proud to present the launch of the Asheville

Starting on March 4 and running for six weeks our Asheville Chapter will be hosting a series of workshops for ages 15+ to learn the basics of live sound.

Topics to be covered are

Dates March 4, March 11, March 18, March 25, April 1, and April 8.

Register here

Mission Statement

To inspire and empower the next generation of women in audio.

Our mission is to create a supportive community for women in audio and music production,

providing the tools, knowledge, and support to further their careers.

Vision

SoundGirls supports women working in professional audio and music production by highlighting their success and providing a place for them to connect, network, and share advice and experiences.

SoundGirls provides support, career development, and tools to help those working in the field advance in their career.

SoundGirls works to inspire and empower young women and girls to enter the world of professional audio and music production.

SoundGirls seeks to expand opportunities for girls and women in these fields and to share resources and knowledge through cooperation, collaboration, and diversity.

 

Asheville SoundGirls Chapter Launch

SoundGirls and The Mothlight are proud to present the launch of the Asheville

Chapter of SoundGirls! If you are interested in meeting other women in audio or interested in learning about audio this is for you. SoundGirls is an international organization dedicated to empowering the next generation of women in audio. SoundGirls is not exclusive and is open to all genders and non-binary people.

We look forward to meeting you.

Starting on March 4 and running for six weeks our Asheville Chapter will be hosting a series of workshops for ages 15+ to learn the basics of live sound.

Topics to be covered are

Dates March 4, March 11, March 18, March 25, April 1, and April 8.

Register here

Mission Statement

To inspire and empower the next generation of women in audio.

Our mission is to create a supportive community for women in audio and music production,

providing the tools, knowledge, and support to further their careers.

Vision

SoundGirls supports women working in professional audio and music production by highlighting their success and providing a place for them to connect, network, and share advice and experiences.

SoundGirls provides support, career development, and tools to help those working in the field advance in their career.

SoundGirls works to inspire and empower young women and girls to enter the world of professional audio and music production.

SoundGirls seeks to expand opportunities for girls and women in these fields and to share resources and knowledge through cooperation, collaboration, and diversity.

 

Fundamentals of Live Sound 101

SoundGirls.Org Presents The Fundamentals of Live Sound 101

Six Classes  at The Ventura Theater

SoundGirls.Org Fundamentals of Live Sound is a six class workshop for teens and adults (16+ all genders and non-conforming genders welcome) who want to learn about live music production. The curriculum was designed by industry veteran Fedj Sylvanus and teaches the basics for working in live sound. Working in small, collaborative and hands-on groups, the attendees learn:

October 1 –  Live Sound Fundamentals

October 15 – Stage Fundamentals

October 29 FOH Fundamentals

November 12 Fundamentals of Monitors

December 3 Fundamentals of Business and FX/Processing

December 17th The “Fun” of Working a Show

* Syllabus is subject to change – due to time constraints.

* Dates and Times are subject to change due to this being a working venue. We currently do not forsee any changes and we will keep all particpants updated.

About the instructor: Fedj Sylvanus is an old road dog from the way back machine. Fedj got his start in the Los Angeles punk rock scene, working with Fishbone and The Red Hot Chili Peppers and moving on to  the likes of Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, George Benson, just to name a few. When not on tour he worked almost every club in town to pay the rent, House Of Blues, The Roxy, The Whiskey, The Key club, etc. and has an extensive knowledge of all things technical.

Fedj has a love for sharing his knowledge through teaching and spent years teaching Live Audio at the Musicians Institute in Hollywood. This series is a modified version of the program he taught at Musicians Institute.

 

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