May 7, 2025 - May 21, 2025

Join Ben Rogers of Loud Sun Studios for this introduction to sound recording and editing. Students will learn basic principals from Ben and have an opportunity to record their own audio in his professional studio in Jaffrey!

Perfect for budding musicians, podcasters and more!

Three sessions:

Digital Recording and Microphone Fundamentals

Learn about audio interfaces and digital audio workstations, how they work and how to use them.
We’ll study the difference between analog and digital formats as well as a brief history on the matter.
Come to understand the world of microphones, the different types and their applications.


Audio Production in a Recording Studio

Your chance to visit a local professional recording studio, learn how an audio production facility works and hear it in action.
Learn about the workflow in a studio, how a project is produced from start to finish.
Learn the basics of mixing, how to balance multiple signals and how to make your audio sound its best.


Working with Avid Pro Tools

Learn the basics of Pro Tools, one of the world’s most popular audio production software platforms.
We’ll discuss file structure, track types, editing tools and modes, recording, importing media, session navigation, using plug ins, tempo settings, working with MIDI, exporting audio, and more.